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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from České Budějovice to Prague
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€38
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€38
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 17
28
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from České Budějovice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from České Budějovice to Prague will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 28 trains from České Budějovice to Prague, including 23 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
R 655 · R 7268:02 AM2h08České Budějovice station10:10 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way1 transfer- R 72210:10 AM2h00České Budějovice station12:10 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- R 7249:10 AM2h00České Budějovice station11:10 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- EC 3368:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station10:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- IC 5387:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station9:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- IC 5015:58 AM1h31České Budějovice station7:29 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- EC 33010:02 PM1h40České Budějovice station11:42 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- EC 3368:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station10:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- IC 5387:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station9:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
- IC 5406:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station8:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for České Budějovice to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from České Budějovice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, while a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 124 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from České Budějovice to Prague:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from České Budějovice to Prague costing on average €11.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
Live departures
České Budějovice to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for České Budějovice to Prague trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 501 | 5:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h31 | 7:29 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 653 · R 730 | 6:02 AM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 8:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 | 6:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 8:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 728 | 7:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 9:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 538 | 7:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 9:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 655 · R 726 | 8:02 AM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 10:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| EC 336 | 8:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 10:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 724 | 9:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 11:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 722 | 10:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 12:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 720 | 11:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 1:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 536 | 11:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 1:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 659 · R 326 | 12:02 PM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 2:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| IC 534 | 12:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 2:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 716 | 1:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 3:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 334 | 1:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 3:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 714 | 2:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 4:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 532 | 2:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 4:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 712 | 3:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 530 | 3:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 5:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 708 | 4:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 6:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 706 | 5:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 7:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 332 | 5:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 7:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 665 · R 324 | 6:02 PM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 8:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 704 | 7:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 702 | 8:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 10:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 700 | 9:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 11:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 330 | 10:02 PM České Budějovice station | 1h40 | 11:42 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Os 8220 · R 734 | 10:57 PM České Budějovice station | 7h13 | 6:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from České Budějovice to Prague
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Trains from České Budějovice to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy from České Budějovice to Prague trainsDeutsche Bahn, České dráhy trains will get you between České Budějovice and Prague from €4. 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.
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from České Budějovice to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice to Prague
Most České Budějovice to Prague trains use the České Budějovice to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare České Budějovice and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which České Budějovice station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to České Budějovice from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice train station facilities and services
České Budějovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Masné krámy, Restaurace U Solné brány
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at České Budějovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at České Budějovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice, Grandhotel Zvon, Hotel Budweis.
Getting to České Budějovice, jižní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka is 1 km from České Budějovice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Bike Parking.
Getting to České Budějovice severní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice severní zastávka is 2 km from České Budějovice city centre. Public transport options include:
České Budějovice severní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice severní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Which Prague station do trains from České Budějovice arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha Výstaviště from Prague city centre
Praha Výstaviště is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Výstaviště train station facilities and services
Praha Výstaviště has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs available near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Výstaviště.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Výstaviště: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Výstaviště: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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