The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Chemnitz
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Chemnitz will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Chemnitz without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · RE 74024
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · RE 74016
EC 170 · Bus 10170 · RE 74032
EC 172 · Bus 10172 · RE 74028
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · RE 74020
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · RE 74024
EC 172 · Bus 10172 · RE 74028
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · RE 74016
EC 170 · Bus 10170 · RE 74032
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · RE 74020Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Prague to Chemnitz
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prague to Chemnitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 135 km
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€47 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Chemnitz train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 176 · EC 10176 · RB 74058 | 7:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h06 | 12:34 PM Haltepunkt Chemnitz Mitte | 2 transfers | |
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · RE 74016 | On time 7:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h24 | 11:52 AM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 176 · EC 10176 · RE 74016 | On time 7:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h24 | 11:52 AM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 176 · EC 10176 · RB 74058 | 7:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h05 | 12:33 PM Chemnitz Süd station | 2 transfers | |
R 692 · Os 428005 · S 31730 · RB 74058 | 7:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h49 | 12:34 PM Haltepunkt Chemnitz Mitte | 3 transfers | |
R 692 · Os 428005 · S 31730 · RB 74058 | 7:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h48 | 12:33 PM Chemnitz Süd station | 3 transfers | |
R 692 · Os 428005 · S 31730 · RB 74058 | 7:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h40 | 12:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 174 · EC 10174 · RB 74062 | 9:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h05 | 2:33 PM Chemnitz Süd station | 2 transfers | |
EC 174 · EC 10174 · RB 74062 | 9:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h06 | 2:34 PM Haltepunkt Chemnitz Mitte | 2 transfers | |
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · RE 74020 | On time 9:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h24 | 1:52 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 174 · EC 10174 · RE 74020 | On time 9:28 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h24 | 1:52 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 690 · Os 428007 · S 31738 · RB 74062 | 9:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h49 | 2:34 PM Haltepunkt Chemnitz Mitte | 3 transfers | |
R 690 · Os 428007 · S 31738 · RB 74062 | 9:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h40 | 2:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 690 · Os 428007 · S 31738 · RB 74062 | 9:45 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h48 | 2:33 PM Chemnitz Süd station | 3 transfers | |
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · RE 74024 | On time 11:33 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h19 | 3:52 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 172 · Bus 10172 · RE 74028 | On time 1:33 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h19 | 5:52 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 170 · Bus 10170 · RE 74032 | On time 3:28 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h24 | 7:52 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Chemnitz
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy from Prague to Chemnitz trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy trains will get you between Prague and Chemnitz from €17. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
České dráhy
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Chemnitz

When departing from Prague, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov. When arriving in Chemnitz, you can end your trip in train stations like Chemnitz Hbf, Chemnitz Süd station and Chemnitz Zentralhaltestelle.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Chemnitz Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Chemnitz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- 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
- 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
- Genießer-Eck
- Delphi
- Zum Haineck
- Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
- Hotel Chemnitzer Hof
- Hotel Sächsischer Hof
- Hotel an der Oper
- Hotel Elisenhof
- McDonald's
- Maharadscha Palast
- Café Südeck
- Sofra-Dürüm-Döner
- Pizzeria Italia
- Conditorei und Café Bösewetter
- Asia Bistro
- Folklorehof
- Folkorehof
- McDonald's
- Eisgarten an der Kaßbergauffahrt
- Syrtaki
- La bouchée
- Brauerei Reichenbrand
- König Imbiss
- Asia Imbiss
- Marschner's Eiscafe
- Rabensteiner Hof
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