The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Prague
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€169
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 51 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Prague will cost around €169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 553 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€97 Average price | €161 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Prague trains for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:27 PM Düsseldorf | 11h56 | 7:23 AM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 PM Düsseldorf | 11h34 | 7:23 AM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
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ICE 621 · R 3569 · EC 359 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h59 | 5:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 621 · 3569+ 359 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h59 | 5:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 219 · ICE 1559 · rj 10177 · rj 177 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h43 | 6:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 transfers | |
IC 2155 · ICE 587 · 3573+ 361 | On time 8:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h39 | 7:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 625 · R 3499 · EC 361 | On time 10:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h02 | 7:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 625 · 3499+ 361 | On time 10:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h02 | 7:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1521 · ICE 517 · ICE 1651 · rj 10385 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h03 | 8:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h17 | 10:55 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h57 | 10:35 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · R 3577 · EC 363 · Os 8873 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h17 | 8:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629 · 3577+ 363 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h00 | 9:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 629 · R 3577 · EC 363 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h59 | 9:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 721 · Bus EV · 3835+ 20890 | On time 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h59 | 6:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h12 | 2:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h57 | 2:35 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Prague
Trains from Düsseldorf to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 8h 51m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 8h 51m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alex, FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Prague trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alex, FlixTrain trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Prague from €30. 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.
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FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

When departing from Düsseldorf, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf Airport station, Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station, Düsseldorf-Bilk station, Düsseldorf-Derendorf station and Düsseldorf-Benrath station. When arriving in Prague, you can end your trip in train stations like Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) 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 Düsseldorf to Prague
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Fu chu yuan
- Taj Mahal
- Hai Xian
- To1980
- Hotel Batavia
- Hotel Ko
- Hotel Burns
- Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
- 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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