What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Merseburg?

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Merseburg is to bus via Leipzig central train station which costs €16 - €27 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prague to Merseburg?

The fastest way to get from Prague to Merseburg is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Merseburg?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Merseburg Hbf via Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Leipzig Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Prague to Merseburg?

The distance between Prague and Merseburg is 354 km. The road distance is 260.9 km.

How do I travel from Prague to Merseburg without a car?

The best way to get from Prague to Merseburg without a car is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 24m and costs €60 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Prague to Merseburg?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Prague to Merseburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Merseburg train from?

Prague to Merseburg train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train or bus from Prague to Merseburg?

The best way to get from Prague to Merseburg is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 24m and costs €60 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Prague to Merseburg train arrive?

Prague to Merseburg train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Merseburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Merseburg is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Prague to Merseburg.

Where can I stay near Merseburg?

There are 726+ hotels available in Merseburg.

Prague to Merseburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Prague to Merseburg by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Dresden
best
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 24m
€60–125
Bus via Leipzig central train station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Leipzig central train stationbus N67 / ...
5h 34m
€16–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prague to Hallebus N66
4h 33m
€20–40
Drive 260.9 km
1. Drive from Prague to Merseburgcar 260.9 km
3h 10m
€40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Leipzig Hbftrain Ec
4h 35m
€68–109

Prague to Merseburg by train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 353.8 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Merseburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Merseburg Hbf via Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Leipzig Hbf, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Halle once daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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