The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Prague
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Prague will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $65.
To travel from Leipzig to Prague you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379
ICE 1553 · BUS 10173 · EC 173
ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175
ICE 1559 · BUS 10177 · EC 177
ICE 1651 · BUS 10179 · EC 179
ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379
ICE 1553 · BUS 10173 · EC 173
ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175
ICE 1559 · BUS 10177 · EC 177
ICE 1651 · BUS 10179 · EC 179Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Leipzig to Prague
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $317.
Distance: 200 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average Price | $28 Average Price Cheapest | $455 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Prague train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2045 · S 31775 · Os 428021 · R 671 | 8:31 pm Leipzig Hbf | 8h41 | 5:12 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RE 16539 · S 31701 · Os 428018 · R 675 | 10:08 pm Leipzig Hbf | 9h04 | 7:12 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
ICE 1553 · EC 10173 · EC 173 | On time 7:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 12:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1553 · BUS 10173 · EC 173 | On time 7:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 12:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 2447 · S 31727 · Os 428006 · R 685 | 8:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 5h41 | 2:12 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379 | On time 9:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1555 · EC 10379 · EC 379 | On time 9:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 2445 · S 31735 · Os 428008 · R 689 | 10:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 5h41 | 4:12 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175 | On time 11:31 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1559 · BUS 10177 · EC 177 | On time 1:31 pm Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 6:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1651 · BUS 10179 · EC 179 | On time 3:31 pm Leipzig Hbf | 4h52 | 8:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Prague
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Prague trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Prague from $21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Leipzig to Prague train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prague hlavní nádraží, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Prague
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Gosenschenke "Ohne Bedenken"
- Lutherburg
- Cafe Krüger
- Papa John's
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- Zum Pferdestall
- Gulaschkanone
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Boženy Němcové street.
- Ansámbl
- Bad Flash Bar
- Café Sladkovský
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Mars
- Hotel Slavia
- Hotel Nabucco
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Tram: Line 6, Line 7, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Praha hlavní nádraží
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant U Kačerova
- Pizza Coloseum Budějovická
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel ILF
- Hotel Oya
- Hotel Pankrác
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access for Metro Line C
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Metro: Line C
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
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