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 - €55 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 €55 - €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 7h 9m.

How far is it from Prague to Rajec?

The distance between Prague and Rajec is 483 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 7h 9m and costs €11 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m 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 LEO Express, 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 7h 9m and costs €11 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €55 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Prague to Rajec train arrive?

Prague to Rajec train services, operated by LEO Express, 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 416+ hotels available in Rajec.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Prague to Rajec 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
best
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zilina1257 / ...
7h 9m
€12–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Žilina915
7h 48m
€20–54
Drive 395.2 km
1. Drive from Prague to Rajec395.2 km
4h 27m
€60–87
Train via Nádraží Zahradní Město
1. Take the train from Praha-Zahradni Mesto to ZilinaIc
8h 24m
€17–39

Prague to Rajec by train

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7h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 482.6 km
Duration: 7h 9m

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

LEO Express operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zilina 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–50 and the journey takes 5h 36m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Žilina 5 times a week. Tickets cost €23–55 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Eurobus SK also services this route 4 times a week.

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