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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Prague is to rideshare which costs 408 Kč and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Prague is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs 1 100 Kč - 1 700 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Prague?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Prague. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Prague?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Vienna to Prague?

The distance between Vienna and Prague is 296 km. The road distance is 294.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Prague without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs 350 Kč - 850 Kč.

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

The bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (Vib) to Prague takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Prague bus from?

Vienna to Prague bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Prague train from?

Vienna to Prague train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Prague?

The best way to get from Vienna to Prague is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs 350 Kč - 850 Kč. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 430 Kč - 6 500 Kč and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Vienna to Prague bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Prague train arrive?

Vienna to Prague train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Prague?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Prague is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Vienna to Prague.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Prague?

There are 4076+ hotels available in Prague.

Can I share a ride from Vienna to Prague?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Vienna and Prague. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Vienna to Prague - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Prague by bus, train, night train, rideshare, car, plane, subway, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Prague060 / ...
4h 10m
Kč 350–850
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni NadraziRj / ...
4h 13m
Kč 430–6,500
Night train
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni NadraziNj
4h 59m
Kč 1,000–6,300
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Vienna to Prague294.2 km
4h 30m
Kč 408
Train via Nádraží Zahradní Město
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha-Zahradni MestoIc
4h 59m
Kč 430–900
Drive 294.7 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Prague294.7 km
3h 31m
Kč 1,142–1,649
Fly, subway
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)VIE - PRG
2. Take the subway from Nádraží Veleslavín to Staroměstská
2h 38m
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Wien Hbf to Praha ÚAN FlorencEurobusways
4h
Kč 1,200–1,700

Vienna to Prague by bus

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4h 10mAverage Duration

Kč 350Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.7 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Prague, Czechia?

FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Prague hourly. Tickets cost Kč 350–850 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi every 4 hours. Tickets cost Kč 1,300–2,100 and the journey takes 4h 13m. Two other operators also service this route.

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