Paris to Prague by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Prague

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Prague, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:24 View journey
Last train 22:06 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 10hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 886
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey £55.94 View journey
Avg journey time 14hr 49m
Train operators 61

Taking the train from Paris to Prague

Ready to book a trip from Paris to Prague by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train travel between Paris and Prague: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Paris to Prague:

  • Cheapest tickets: £55.94

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance: £93

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance: £135

Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.

Train times for travel between Paris and Prague

If you are taking the train from Paris to Prague, you will have 38 trains each day (with a departure every 6 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:24. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:06. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:24, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:06.

Average train travel time and distance from Paris to Prague

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 10 hours and 36 minutes, spanning 886 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Paris and Prague go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Paris and Prague 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Paris to Prague

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Prague city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Prague

Want to know more about your journey from Paris to Prague? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Paris to Prague covers 886 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.