The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Prague
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Prague will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $24.
Of the 31 trains that leave Vienna for Prague every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague)
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague)
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague)
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
EC 204 · EC 278
EC 206 · EC 280
EC 204 · EC 278
EC 206 · EC 280
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Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. 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 $12, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 253 km
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Live departures
Vienna to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Prague trains for today, Sunday, 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 202 · rj 274 | 3:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 7:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 202+ RJ 274 | 3:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 7:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
rj 54 | 4:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 8:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 54 | 4:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 8:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 4:36 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h34 | 9:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 4:36 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h22 | 8:58 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 100 · rj 272 | 5:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 9:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 100+ RJ 272 | 5:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 9:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 52 | 6:25 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h38 | 11:03 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 52 | 6:25 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h38 | 11:03 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 456 | 9:38 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h31 | 2:09 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
(Vienna -> Cracow) · RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 10:55 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h15 | 7:10 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 change | |
| Monday, 23 March | |||||
RJ 1030 (Vienna -> Prague) | 5:39 am Vienna Hbf | 4h17 | 9:56 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1030 (Vienna -> Prague) | 5:39 am Vienna Hbf | 4h31 | 10:10 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 6:45 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h11 | 11:56 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 6:45 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h25 | 12:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 change | |
EC 206 · EC 280 | 7:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 11:23 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 206 · EC 280 | 7:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 11:23 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 326 | 8:00 am Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 5h10 | 1:10 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 254 | 8:25 am Vienna Hbf | 4h38 | 1:03 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 254 | 8:25 am Vienna Hbf | 4h38 | 1:03 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 9:26 am Wien Meidling | 4h30 | 1:56 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 9:26 am Wien Meidling | 4h44 | 2:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 9:39 am Vienna Hbf | 4h31 | 2:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 9:39 am Vienna Hbf | 4h17 | 1:56 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 252 | 10:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 252 | 10:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 10:45 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h25 | 4:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 10:45 am Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h13 | 3:58 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 204 · EC 278 | 11:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 3:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 204 · EC 278 | 11:10 am Vienna Hbf | 4h13 | 3:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 250 | 12:10 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h16 | 4:26 pm Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:26 pm Wien Meidling | 4h34 | 6:00 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:26 pm Wien Meidling | 4h44 | 6:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:39 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h21 | 6:00 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:39 pm Vienna Hbf | 4h31 | 6:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 2:45 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h25 | 8:10 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 2:45 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h11 | 7:56 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Prague
Trains from Vienna to Prague run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $12 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Leo Express, ÖBB | InterCity from Vienna to Prague trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Leo Express, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Vienna and Prague from $12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vienna to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Prague by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Prague
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Gigergasse.
- Restaurant Steirereck
- Plachutta Wollzeile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hilton Vienna Park
- InterContinental Vienna
- Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for S-Bahn and City Airport Train
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S7
- U-Bahn: U3, U4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the roundabout.
- Restaurant Gasthaus Hansy
- Rollercoaster Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Motel One Wien-Prater
- Hotel Praterstern
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line U1, Line U2
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S7
- 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
- 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
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