Prague to Riesa by train

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Overview: trains from Prague to Riesa

Find the key information for travelling by train from Prague to Riesa, 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 16:28 View journey
Last train 18:33 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 159
Trains / day 3 View all
Cheapest journey £24.95 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 5m
Train operators 3

Taking the train from Prague to Riesa

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

Train cost between Prague and Riesa

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £24.95

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train schedule for travel between Prague and Riesa

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 3 trains make this journey of 159 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Prague is at 16:28 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 18:33.

During the weekend, 18:27 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 18:31 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 4 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Prague and Riesa

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 47 minutes, covering a total of 159 kilometres.

When are tickets between Prague and Riesa available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Prague and Riesa can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making your Prague to Riesa travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Riesa.

FAQs about the train journey from Prague to Riesa

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

The total distance from Prague to Riesa is 159 kilometres.

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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.