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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Prague
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€49
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€104
Fastest journey on Oct 13
8 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
8 h 29 m
Trains on Oct 13
37
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Prague will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixTrain+
FlixBus4:14 PM12h26Cologne Hbf4:40 AMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€491One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain+FlixBus4:14 PM12h46Cologne Hbf5:00 AMPrague, Central Train Station€491One-way1 transfer
ICE 205 · EC 4598:54 PM12h31Cologne Hbf9:25 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€501One-way1 transfer- ICE 19 · ICE 590 · 16501 · S18:18 PM12h52Cologne Hbf9:10 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€541One-way5 transfers
- ICE 625 · 3573+
36111:50 AM8h31Cologne Messe/Deutz8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€541One-way2 transfers
- ICE 525 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 1756:51 AM8h24Cologne Messe/Deutz3:15 PMPrague-Holešovice€1401One-way3 transfers
- ICE 623 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 17710:50 AM8h25Cologne Messe/Deutz7:15 PMPrague-Holešovice€801One-way3 transfers
- ICE 621 · 3569+3599:50 AM8h31Cologne Messe/Deutz6:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1001One-way2 transfers
- ICE 625 · 3573+36111:50 AM8h31Cologne Messe/Deutz8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€541One-way2 transfers
- ICE 527 · 3565+3577:48 AM8h33Cologne Messe/Deutz4:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1471One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Prague
Germany
Czechia
Trains from Cologne to Prague run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Prague trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60403 · ICE 698 · IC 2449 · BUS 10171 | Delayed 10:10 PM 12:10 AMCologne Hbf | 11h15 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 515+361 | Delayed 8:19 AM 9:54 AMCologne Hbf | 10h27 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 · RJ 385 | On time 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h14 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 225 · ICE 1651 · RJ 385 | Delayed 9:35 AM 11:32 AMCologne Hbf | 9h53 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 625 · 3573+361 | On time 11:50 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h31 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 517+363 | On time 11:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h28 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1517 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 8h56 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 12:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h36 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 200 · RJ 179 | On time 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 10h20 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 123 · ICE 1653 · RJ 179 | Delayed 11:37 AM 1:31 PMCologne Hbf | 10h00 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 629 · 3577+363 | On time 1:50 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h32 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1519 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 · RJ 179 | 2:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 9h02 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 721 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 · RJ 179 | 2:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h42 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h46 | 5:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h26 | 4:40 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1611 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 · S1 | On time 4:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 13h41 | 6:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 · S1 | 4:50 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 13h20 | 6:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
| IC 60403 · ICE 698 · IC 2449 · RJ 171 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h15 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 523 · 3561+355 | 5:27 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h54 | 2:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 853 · RJ 175 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h31 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · RJ 175 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · S1 · 28006 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h22 | 3:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 511+357 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h33 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 23 · 3563+357 | 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h28 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1511 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 | 6:27 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h48 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 525 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 | On time 6:51 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h24 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 527 · 3565+357 | On time 7:48 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h33 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 25 · 3569+359 | 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h28 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 1557 · RJ 383 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h31 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 1557 · S1 · 28008 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h16 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 513+359 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h27 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1513 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | On time 8:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 8h56 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h36 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 529 · 3567+359 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h32 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 529 · 3567+361 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 11h32 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 621 · 3569+359 | On time 9:50 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h31 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · 3571+361 | 9:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h28 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 515+361 | On time 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h27 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 217 · ICE 1559 · S1 · 28010 | 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h12 | 7:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Prague
Most Cologne to Prague trains use the Köln Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln Süd from Cologne city centre
Köln Süd is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Süd train station facilities and services
Köln Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Ganesha, Magnus, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Süd. ATMs are available at Köln Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Süd. Information desks are available at Köln Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chelsea, Hotel Mado, Elite Hotel, Blacksheep Hostel.
Which Prague station do trains from Cologne 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-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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.
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