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Berlin to Prague by train
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Cheapest Price US$18.50
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30 days in advance US$49.00
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7 days in advance US$67.00
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First train00:07
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Last train20:11
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey3hr 46m
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Distance281 kilometres
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Trains per day60
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Avg. journey time4hr 19m
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Train operators
Travelling from Berlin to Prague by train
Considering a train trip from Berlin to Prague? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Cost of a train ticket between Berlin and Prague
The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$18.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around US$49, and a week out, fares can hit around US$67 on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.
What’s included in the price of a European train ticket
When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.
Train times for travel between Berlin and Prague
If you are taking the train from Berlin to Prague, you will have 60 trains each day (with a departure every 3 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:07. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:11. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:07, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:50.
Train duration for trips from Berlin to Prague
The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 46 minutes, crossing a total distance of 281 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Berlin to Prague trains
Tickets for travel to Prague along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Learn more about train travel from Berlin to Prague
Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Prague city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin to Prague by train?
The distance between Berlin and Prague is 281 kilometres.
What’s the cost of a train ticket from Berlin to Prague?
The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$18.50. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically US$49. Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost US$67.
When are tickets available for booking for travel from Berlin to Prague by train?
You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.
What’s the travel time from Berlin to Prague by train?
The fastest journey is 3 hours and 46 minutes.
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EuroCity
It is an easy journey by train from Berlin to Prague – two European capitals which are as different as chalk and cheese. Comfortable EuroCity trains link the two cities. The trains that serve this route are operated by either the Czech or Hungarian Railways.
The journey from Berlin to Prague splits neatly into two sections with Dresden the midway point. The run from Berlin to Dresden is through largely forested country which has its own pacific beauty. At Dresden the route joins the Elbe Valley which is then followed upstream across the German-Czech border to Prague. This second stretch of the journey is superb, particularly the first hour south from Dresden. Sit on the left-hand side of the train for the best views.
Berlin to Prague
EuroCity trains leave from the lower level of Berlin Hauptbahnhof every two hours for the journey to Prague. These trains also stop at Südkreuz station in Berlin before heading south out of the city. On reaching Prague, the train serves two stations. The first stop is at Holesovice in the northern suburbs of the city. We recommend staying on to Praha hlavní nádrazí, which is much more convenient for the city centre.
Most trains on the Berlin to Prague route make four or five stops on the journey between the two capitals. Dresden is the only large city through which you will pass on this route.