The cheapest and fastest trains from Bruges to Prague
Cheapest price
€137
Average price
€161
Fastest journey
12 h 14 m
Average duration
12 h 27 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
798 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Prague will cost around €161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €137.
It's difficult to get from Bruges to Prague without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · rj 179
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 · rj 385
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · ICE 590 · EC 459
IC 8057 · IC 516 · ICE 19 · ICE 590
R 560 · IC 1510 · ICE 315 · ICE 641
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 · rj 385
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 · RJ 385
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · rj 179
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · RJ 179
R 558 · IC 1508 · ICE 15 · ICE 549Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bruges to Prague
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 798 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€132 Average price | €83 Average price | €67 Average price Cheapest |
12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 23m Average total duration 16h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bruges to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Prague trains for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8057 · IC 516 · ICE 19 · ICE 590 | On time 3:46 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 16h39 | 8:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · ICE 590 · EC 459 | On time 4:11 PM Bruges station | 16h14 | 8:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
R 558 · IC 1508 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 | 7:19 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 13h06 | 8:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 · rj 385 | 8:11 AM Bruges station | 12h14 | 8:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 549 · RJ 385 | 8:11 AM Bruges station | 12h14 | 8:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
R 560 · IC 1510 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 | 9:19 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 13h12 | 10:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · rj 179 | 10:11 AM Bruges station | 12h20 | 10:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 641 · RJ 179 | On time 10:11 AM Bruges station | 12h20 | 10:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bruges to Prague
Trains from Bruges to Prague run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 798 km distance in 12h 11m.
Distance 798 km |
Average train duration 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 11m |
First train 03:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, Alex from Bruges to Prague trainsDeutsche Bahn, České dráhy, Alex trains will get you between Bruges and Prague from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Alex
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Bruges to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges to Prague by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bruges to Prague
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
- Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station is small with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- 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
- 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
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