Czech Republic
Throughout the train journey, the Czech Republic unravels panoramic views. Choose the best places and events to visit with your Interrail pass!
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Trains in the Czech Republic
You can use trains in the Czech Republic to travel to all major Czech cities. On top of that, there are rail connections to Austria, Germany, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia.
Over 7000 trains crisscross the Czech Republic every day. Services range from romantic regional trains to the luxury of international EuroCity trains.
Train types in Czech Republic
Regional trains in the Czech Republic are operated by the Czech national railways, České dráhy. You can travel on international trains to and from the Czech Republic. Find times for trains in the Czech Republic in the Interrail timetable.
- Route Map
- Domestic Trains
- International Trains
- Night Trains
Trains in the Czech Republic
Osobní
Commuter trains
Spěšný (Sp)
Special inter-regional trains
Rychlík (R)
Inter-regional trains
Expres (Ex)
Regional trains halting only at selected stations
SC SuperCity
High speed trains between major cities
Reservations are required
InterCity (IC)
- Intercity trains between larger cities
- Reservations are required in selected IC trains
Eurocity (EC)
- Intercity trains between larger cities
- Reservations are recommended
Bikes are allowed on most trains in the Czech Republic. You'll need to buy a bike ticket in advance.
LEO Express
International train between the Czech Republic and Slovakia. You need an Interrail Global Pass or a Czech Republic Pass to travel on this train.
RegioJet
- Yellow international train to Austria and Slovakia. You need an Interrail Global Pass to travel on this train.
- Trains with number RJ 1220 and RJ 1221 to Croatia are not included.
- Night trains on Prague-Košice route.
Reservations are optional
SC SuperCity
High speed trains between major cities
Reservations are required
Night trains (EuroNight and Nightjet)
Reservations are required
Please note that your Interrail Pass is not valid on trains operated by GW Train.
Popular Connections in Czech Republic
- Domestic routes
- International Routes
What are the average train travel times between major cities in the Czech Republic?
| Route | Travel time |
|---|---|
| Prague to Brno | 2.5 hours |
| Prague to Olomouc | 2.5 hours |
| Prague to Ostrava | 3.5 hours |
| Prague to Pilsen (Plzeň) | 1.5 hours |
| Route | Which train? | Travel time | Reservations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prague to Berlin (Germany) | EuroCity | 4.5 hours | Optional |
| Prague to Bratislava (Slovakia) | EuroCity / RegioJet | 4 hours | Required (EuroCity) / Optional (RegioJet) |
| Prague to Budapest (Hungary) | EuroCity | 7 hours | Optional |
| Prague to Vienna (Austria) | Railjet / RegioJet | 4 hours | Optional |
| Prague to Warsaw (Poland) | EuroCity | 8 hours | Required |
Reservations for trains in Czech Republic
Which trains in the Czech Republic require reservations?
Eurocity (EC) and InterCity (IC): Approximately €3.60 (CZK 97 in local currency).
SC SuperCity, Prague to Ostrava: Approximately €8 (CZK 220 in local currency).
Night trains: Rates depend on destination and type of seat/bed booked.
See reservation costs for domestic trains
Get your Pass for Czech Republic
Interrail Czech Republic Pass
See the Czech Republic in depth by rail.
Youth discounts, as well as family and senior discounts.
Additional benefits include 10% off advance bookings for the A&O Hostel/Hotel in Prague.
Prices from € 51
Interrail Global Pass
Travel by train as much as you like in up to 33 European countries including the Czech Republic
Discounts available for youth, seniors and families
Prices from € 185
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City names in Czech Republic
Sometimes the local city name will differ to what you know.
Praha = Prague
Plzeň = Pilsen
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