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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Olomouc is to bus via Brno which costs 260 Kč - 450 Kč and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Olomouc is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs 220 Kč - 1 500 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Olomouc?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Olomouc. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Olomouc?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazi. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Prague to Olomouc?

The distance between Prague and Olomouc is 247 km. The road distance is 242.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Olomouc without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs 220 Kč - 1 500 Kč.

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

The train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazi takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Prague to Olomouc bus from?

Prague to Olomouc bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Prague station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Olomouc train from?

Prague to Olomouc train services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Olomouc?

The best way to get from Prague to Olomouc is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs 220 Kč - 1 500 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 130 Kč - 850 Kč and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Prague to Olomouc bus arrive?

Prague to Olomouc bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Olomouc station.

Where does the Prague to Olomouc train arrive?

Prague to Olomouc train services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Prague to Olomouc?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Olomouc is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Prague to Olomouc.

How do I get a train ticket from Prague to Olomouc?

Book your Prague to Olomouc train tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

How do I get a bus ticket from Prague to Olomouc?

Book your Prague to Olomouc bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Olomouc?

There are 331+ hotels available in Olomouc.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Prague to Olomouc by train, bus, night train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ic / ...
2h 19m
Kč 220–1,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Olomoucbus N899
3h 40m
Kč 130–850
Night train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazinighttrain En
2h 40m
Kč 360–750
Drive 242.4 km
1. Drive from Prague to Olomouccar 242.4 km
2h 41m
Kč 886–1,279
Bus via Brno
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Brnobus 850 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brno, hotel Grand to Olomouc Pionýrskábus Arriva Express
4h 35m
Kč 269–445

Prague to Olomouc by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

Kč 220Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Olomouc, Czechia?

RegioJet operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Olomouc Hlavni Nadrazi hourly. Tickets cost Kč 220–420 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Olomouc once daily. Tickets cost Kč 130–420 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Simeonidis Tours also services this route once a week.

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