The cheapest and fastest trains from Bamberg to Prague
Cheapest price
€86
Average price
€131
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
12
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bamberg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bamberg to Prague will cost around €131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
It's difficult to get from Bamberg to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
RE 3003 · R 20877 · IC 561
ICE 701+
ag 63061+
357
ICE 1701+
ag 63059+
355
RE 3436+
ag 84645+
RE 5285 · IC 561
RE 3438+
ag 84651+
RE 5287 · IC 515
RE 3436+
ag 84645+
RE 5285 · IC 561
RE 3438+
ag 84651+
RE 5287 · IC 515
ICE 1701+
ag 63059+
355
ICE 701+
ag 63061+
357
RE 3003 · R 20877 · IC 561Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bamberg to Prague
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 33m. 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 bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €142.
Distance: 252 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €349 Average price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bamberg to Prague train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1701 · ICE 23 · RE 52953+ 357 | On time 7:17 AM Bamberg | 8h05 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1701 · RE 59491 · RE 4856+ 357 | On time 7:17 AM Bamberg | 8h05 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1701+ ag 63059+ 355 | On time 7:17 AM Bamberg | 6h05 | 1:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1701+ ag 63059+ 355 · 357 | On time 7:17 AM Bamberg | 8h05 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
RE 3003 · R 20877 · IC 561 | 7:46 AM Bamberg | 6h36 | 2:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 503 · RE 59491 · RE 4856+ 357 | On time 8:16 AM Bamberg | 7h06 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 503 · ICE 23 · RE 52953+ 357 | On time 8:16 AM Bamberg | 7h06 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 503 · RE 59491 · RE 4856+ 359 | On time 8:16 AM Bamberg | 9h06 | 5:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
RE 3436+ ag 84645+ RE 5285 · IC 561 | On time 8:46 AM Bamberg | 5h36 | 2:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 701+ ag 63061+ 357 | On time 9:16 AM Bamberg | 6h06 | 3:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
RE 4985 · ICE 91+ 359 | On time 10:39 AM Bamberg | 6h43 | 5:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
RE 3438+ ag 84651+ RE 5287 · IC 515 | On time 10:46 AM Bamberg | 5h36 | 4:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bamberg to Prague
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Alex, Deutsche Bahn from Bamberg to Prague trainsAlex, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bamberg and Prague from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Alex
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Bamberg to Prague

When departing from Bamberg, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bamberg, Bamberg, Bahnhof (Vorplatz) and Bamberg, Ludwigstraße (Bahnhof). When arriving in Prague, you can end your route in train stations like Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bamberg, which is located around 0.2 miles (395 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prague hlavní nádraží, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bamberg to Prague
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Ludwigstraße.
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
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