The cheapest and fastest trains from Pardubice to Prague
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 18
51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
52 m
Trains on Sep 18
55
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pardubice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pardubice to Prague will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 55 trains from Pardubice to Prague, including 54 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague)6:57 AM1h02Pardubice hlavní nádraží7:59 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€51One-way0 transfers
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague)8:57 AM1h01Pardubice hlavní nádraží9:58 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€51One-way0 transfers
RJ 1042 (Brno -> Prague)7:57 AM1h01Pardubice hlavní nádraží8:58 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€51One-way0 transfers
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)8:57 PM1h01Pardubice hlavní nádraží9:58 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€51One-way0 transfers
RJ 1002 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague)8:20 AM0h58Pardubice hlavní nádraží9:18 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€61One-way0 transfers
LE41210:45 AM0h51Pardubice hlavní nádraží11:36 AMPraha-Libeň€131One-way0 transfers
LE410-PL6:45 AM0h51Pardubice hlavní nádraží7:36 AMPraha-Libeň€251One-way0 transfers
LE414-PL3:45 PM0h51Pardubice hlavní nádraží4:36 PMPraha-Libeň€191One-way0 transfers
LE418-PL7:45 PM0h51Pardubice hlavní nádraží8:36 PMPraha-Libeň€101One-way0 transfers
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)4:49 AM0h57Pardubice hlavní nádraží5:46 AMPrague hlavní nádraží€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Pardubice to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pardubice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 97 km
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
Live departures
Pardubice to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Pardubice to Prague trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Os 5040 · Sp 1500 | 3:41 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h53 | 5:34 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 4:49 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h57 | 5:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 876 | 5:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 6:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1250 | 5:04 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 6:08 AM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1250 | 5:04 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h11 | 6:15 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
Os 5002 · R 898 | 5:13 AM Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží | 1h39 | 6:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 898 | 5:46 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 6:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 998 | 6:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 7:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
Os 5004 · RJ 578 | 6:06 AM Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží | 1h17 | 7:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
EN 442 | 6:14 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h12 | 7:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 578 | 6:25 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 7:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE410-PL | 6:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h51 | 7:36 AM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE410-PL | 6:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 7:43 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 6:57 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h02 | 7:59 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1000 (Bohumín -> Prague) | 7:20 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 8:19 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1042 (Brno -> Prague) | 7:57 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 8:58 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 894 | 8:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 9:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 461 | 8:08 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 9:14 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1002 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague) | 8:20 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 9:18 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 258 | 8:25 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 9:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1214 | 8:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h10 | 9:55 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 8:57 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 9:58 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 872 | 9:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 10:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1004 (Opava východ -> Prague) | 9:20 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 10:18 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 282 | 9:25 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 10:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1254 | 9:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 10:43 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 222 | 9:48 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 10:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1030 (Vienna -> Prague) | 9:57 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 10:56 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 892 | 10:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 11:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1006 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague) | 10:20 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 11:18 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 256 | 10:25 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 11:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE412 | 10:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 11:43 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE412 | 10:45 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h51 | 11:36 AM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 144 | 10:48 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 11:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 870 | 11:00 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 12:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 11:20 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 12:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 280 | 11:25 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
SC 510 | 11:28 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 12:28 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 220 | 11:48 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 12:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 11:57 AM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 12:56 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 890 | 12:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 1:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 261 | 12:08 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 1:14 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 254 | 12:25 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1258 | 12:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h10 | 1:55 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 116 | 12:48 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 1:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 868 | 1:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 2:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1010 (Havířov -> Prague) | 1:20 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 2:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 174 | On time 1:25 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 2:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 128 | 1:48 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 2:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:57 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 2:56 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 888 | 2:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 3:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 252 | 2:25 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 142 | 2:48 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 3:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 866 | 3:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 4:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 3:20 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 4:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 278 | 3:25 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 4:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
SC 506 | 3:28 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 4:28 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE414-PL | 3:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h51 | 4:36 PM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE414-PL | 3:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 4:43 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 126 | 3:48 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 4:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 3:57 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 4:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 886 | 4:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 5:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 263 | 4:08 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 5:14 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 244 | On time 4:25 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 5:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 114 | 4:48 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 5:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 864 | 5:00 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 6:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) | 5:20 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 6:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1216 | 5:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h10 | 6:55 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 5:57 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h03 | 7:00 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1266 | 6:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 7:43 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1016 (Havířov -> Prague) | 7:20 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 8:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE418-PL | 7:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h51 | 8:36 PM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE418-PL | 7:45 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 8:43 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 7:57 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 8:56 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE232 | 8:52 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h26 | 10:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE232 | 8:52 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h48 | 10:40 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE232 | 8:52 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h18 | 10:10 PM Praha-Vršovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 8:57 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 9:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1018 (Havířov -> Prague) | 9:20 PM Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 0h59 | 10:19 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pardubice to Prague
Trains from Pardubice to Prague run on average 57 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 58m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 57 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), PKP Intercity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Pardubice to Prague trainsRegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), PKP Intercity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Pardubice and Prague from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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PKP Intercity
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Trains from Pardubice to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pardubice 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 Pardubice to Prague
Most Pardubice to Prague trains use the Pardubice hlavní nádraží to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Zahradní Město. Use this guide to compare Pardubice and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pardubice station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Pardubice hlavní nádraží from Pardubice city centre
Pardubice hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Pardubice city centre. Public transport options include:
Pardubice hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Pardubice hlavní 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant U Dvou Kohoutků, Café Bajer
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pardubice hlavní nádraží: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Arnost Garni, Hotel Zlatá Štika, Hotel Labe.
Getting to Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží from Pardubice city centre
Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží is 1 km from Pardubice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží train station facilities and services
Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pardubice-Pardubičky nádraží.
Which Prague station do trains from Pardubice 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-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha Libeň from Prague city centre
Praha Libeň is 5 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Libeň train station facilities and services
Praha Libeň has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha Libeň.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha Libeň.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Libeň: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Libeň: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Libeň.
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