Cologne to Prague by train + bus
This route from Cologne to Prague is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 11h 04m in total, run by Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 2h 50m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €167
- Total journey
- 11h 04m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus
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The journey, step by step
- 1Cologne to Berlin
Deutsche Bahn5h 12mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Berlin - 2Berlin to DresdenDeutsche Bahn1h 53m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Dresden - 3Dresden central to Praha hlavní nádraží
FlixBus1h 40mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €164Checked Sep 7 | 5h 35m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €37Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 9h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€164Checked Sep 75h 35m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€37Omio catalogue, Sep 89h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Cologne to Prague by train: common questions
How long does Cologne to Prague take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 11h 04m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Cologne to Prague?
The best price in our latest check was €167. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Cologne to Prague?
Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 2h 50m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
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