The cheapest and fastest buses from Prague to Ostrava
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Ostrava will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 14 buses that leave Prague for Ostrava on Mon, Jan 12, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Prague to Ostrava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 278 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€22 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Ostrava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Ostrava buses for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 5h45 | 11:00 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 5h40 | 1:45 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Praha, Roztyly | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 5h40 | 2:55 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Praha, Nádraží Holešovice | 7h45 | 5:25 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h25 | 5:25 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 4h50 | 2:55 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Praha, Černý Most | 6h50 | 5:25 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 6h30 | 10:05 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 4h55 | 2:20 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Praha, Roztyly | 4h35 | 2:20 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Budapest) · (Vienna -> Cracow) | 10:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 5h05 | 3:05 AM Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 5h05 | 3:30 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 6h25 | 7:10 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 4h50 | 7:10 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague to Ostrava
Buses from Prague to Ostrava run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 278 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Musil Tour from Prague to OstravaYou can travel by bus between Prague to Ostrava with FlixBus, Infobus, Musil Tour for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Prague to Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Ostrava by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Prague, Central Train Station, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN), located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Musil Tour
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms and conditions during booking.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Prague to Ostrava, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Musil Tour
- One piece of hand luggage up to 5 kg and one piece of checked luggage up to 25 kg with dimensions not exceeding 30x60x100 cm are free.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Musil Tour
- Each additional piece of luggage up to 25 kg costs 300 UAH or 200 CZK, and carriage of a large quantity of luggage is only possible if there is free space in the bus luggage compartment.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Prague to Ostrava
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 135, 175, 207 Metro: C Train: All major s
- 05:00-23:00
- Bus: 37, 40, 48, 49 Trains: S1, S2 Trams: 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 17
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