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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Rajec is to bus which costs €20 - €50 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Rajec is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Rajec?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Rajec. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Rajec via Zilina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Prague to Rajec?

The distance between Prague and Rajec is 478 km. The road distance is 395.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Rajec without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €14 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Prague to Rajec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Rajec train from?

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

Train or bus from Prague to Rajec?

The best way to get from Prague to Rajec is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €14 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Prague to Rajec train arrive?

Prague to Rajec train services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Zilina station.

Can I drive from Prague to Rajec?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Rajec is 395 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Prague to Rajec.

Where can I stay near Rajec?

There are 408+ hotels available in Rajec.

Prague to Rajec - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prague to Rajec by train, bus, night train, or car

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Prague to Rajec by train

86Weekly Trains

6h 35mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 477.8 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Rajec, Slovakia?

RegioJet operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zilina every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 5h 2m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Žilina 5 times a week. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Eurobus SK also services this route 4 times a week.

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