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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Berlin
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€71
Fastest journey on Oct 27
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
3 h 54 m
Trains on Oct 27
22
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Berlin will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 22 trains from Prague to Berlin, including 13 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
4526:00 PM4h54Prague hlavní nádraží10:54 PMBerlin-Gesundbrunnen station€301One-way0 transfers
R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 165366:47 PM10h52Prague hlavní nádraží5:39 AMBerlin Hbf€331One-way6 transfers- R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 165366:47 PM10h48Prague hlavní nádraží5:35 AMBerlin-Charlottenburg€371One-way7 transfers
- EC 458 · ICE 5926:31 PM6h42Prague hlavní nádraží1:13 AMBerlin Hbf€481One-way1 transfer
- RJ 1788:31 AM3h58Prague hlavní nádraží12:29 PMBerlin Hbf€561One-way0 transfers
rj 1742:41 PM3h48Prague-Holešovice6:29 PMBerlin Hbf€591One-way0 transfers- RJ 1742:41 PM3h48Prague-Holešovice6:29 PMBerlin Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1724:31 PM3h58Prague hlavní nádraží8:29 PMBerlin Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- rj 1788:31 AM3h58Prague hlavní nádraží12:29 PMBerlin Hbf€1021One-way0 transfers
- rj 17612:31 PM3h58Prague hlavní nádraží4:29 PMBerlin Hbf€651One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Berlin
Czechia
Germany
Trains from Prague to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
Prague to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Berlin trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ 456 | Delayed 2:14 AM 3:14 AMPrague hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 6:41 AM 6:41 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · RJ 382 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h58 | 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| rj 178 · rj 10178 · IC 2578 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h06 | 1:37 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · IC 2578 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h01 | 1:32 PM Ostkreuz | 2 transfers | |
| R 692 · Os 428005 · S 31732 · rj 382 | 8:47 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h42 | 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · IC 2586 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h38 | 3:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| rj 382 · rj 10382 · IC 2586 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h38 | 3:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| R 690 · Os 428007 · S 31740 · rj 176 | 10:47 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h42 | 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · IC 2174 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h03 | 5:34 PM Ostkreuz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · RJ 174 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h58 | 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| rj 176 · rj 10176 · rj 174 | 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h58 | 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| R 688 · Os 428009 · S 31748 · rj 174 | 12:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h42 | 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 686 · BUS 10174 · RJ 172 | On time 1:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| R 686 · BUS 10174 · IC 2172 | On time 1:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h44 | 7:31 PM Ostkreuz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · RJ 172 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h48 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · IC 2172 | On time 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4h50 | 7:31 PM Ostkreuz | 2 transfers | |
| rj 174 · rj 10174 · rj 172 | 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h48 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| R 684 · Os 428011 · S 31756 · rj 172 | 2:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h42 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 250 | On time 5:38 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h09 | 10:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 250 | 5:38 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h09 | 10:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 250 · ICE 1970 | On time 5:38 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h08 | 10:46 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 1 transfer | |
| R 678 · RJ 250 | On time 5:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h00 | 10:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 678 · rj 250 | 5:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h00 | 10:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 678 · rj 250 · ICE 1970 | On time 5:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h59 | 10:46 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 2 transfers | |
| EC 458 · ICE 592 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h00 | 12:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 18044 | 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h28 | 6:15 AM Berlin Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 16536 | On time 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h52 | 5:39 AM Berlin Hbf | 6 transfers | |
| R 676 · Os 28015 · S1 · 16536 | 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h48 | 5:35 AM Berlin-Charlottenburg | 7 transfers | |
| EC 460 · EC 430 | On time 6:49 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h30 | 6:19 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 170 · 16500 · ICE 606 | On time 8:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h42 | 7:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| rj 384 | 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h58 | 10:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 384 | On time 6:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h58 | 10:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Alibus
Renfe
České dráhy
Bentheimer Eisenbahn
Railjet
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Prague and Berlin
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Trains from Prague to Berlin: Journey Details
Trains from Prague to Berlin run three times a day, including weekends. The journey to the German capital takes just under five hours and can be done without any changes. The first train from Prague to Berlin leaves just before 12.30pm and the last at about 4.30pm. The service is part of Deutsche Bahn's high-speed EuroCity network.
Taking the Train from Prague
Travellers can choose to take trains from Prague to Berlin from either Praha Hlavni Nadr or Praha Holsovice stations. All trains to Berlin stop at both stations. Both stations are easily accessible from the city centre using Prague's efficient public transport which consist of either trams or the metro system. Taxis are also available.
Getting into Berlin by Train
Trains from Prague arrive at Berlin's newly refurbished Hauptbahnhof station, which is in the heart of the German capital. Onward transport is available using the U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, buses or taxis.
Berlin is a fascinating, sprawling city with a wealth of history to fascinate the traveller. Five museums on Museumsinsel (Museum Island) focus their attention on archaeology and 19th-century art and, as a whole, have been listed by UNESCO. The Museum for Contemporary Art, in a former railway station, houses art made since the 1960s, while the Checkpoint Charlie Museum marks the most notorious crossing point between the former East and West Berlin and is a reminder of the divisions of the Cold War. The city's Jewish Museum has a distinctive, angular design by the star architect Daniel Libeskind and a visit is an unforgettable experience. Berlin has a vibrant nightlife and to cater for those who indulge in it, the city's U-Bahn system operates all night on Fridays and Saturdays.
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Berlin
Most Prague to Berlin trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Prague and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Berlin leave from?
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.
Which Berlin station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Berlin Gesundbrunnen from Berlin city centre
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen train station facilities and services
Berlin Gesundbrunnen 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: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
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