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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Prague
Cheapest price on Oct 09
€136
Average ticket price on Oct 09
€150
Fastest journey on Oct 09
10 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
11 h 4 m
Trains on Oct 09
4
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Prague will cost around €150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €136.
It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 380 · 88619 · 3573+
3619:37 AM10h44Zurich HB8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1361One-way3 transfers- ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 1777:59 AM11h16Zurich HB7:15 PMPrague-Holešovice€1401One-way3 transfers
- ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 3859:59 AM11h26Zurich HB9:25 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1401One-way3 transfers
- EC 99 · 78926+3619:32 AM10h49Zurich HB8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1831One-way2 transfers
- IC 380 · 88619 · 3573+3619:37 AM10h44Zurich HB8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1361One-way3 transfers
- EC 99 · 78926+3619:32 AM10h49Zurich HB8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1831One-way2 transfers
- ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 1777:59 AM11h16Zurich HB7:15 PMPrague-Holešovice€1401One-way3 transfers
- ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 3859:59 AM11h26Zurich HB9:25 PMPrague hlavní nádraží€1401One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Prague
Switzerland
Czechia
Trains from Zurich HB to Prague run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 17:59. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 10h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 5m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 5:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Zurich HB to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Prague trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 11h16 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 transfers | |
| IC 282 · ICE 515+361 | On time 8:37 AM Zurich HB | 11h44 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| EC 99 · 78926+361 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 10h49 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| IC 380 · 88619 · 3573+361 | On time 9:37 AM Zurich HB | 10h44 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 11h26 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| IC 280 · ICE 517+363 | On time 10:37 AM Zurich HB | 11h45 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 1653 · RJ 179 | On time 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 12h32 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| IC 488 · 88621 · 3577+363 | On time 11:37 AM Zurich HB | 10h45 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB to Prague
Most Zurich HB to Prague trains use the Zürich HB to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Zurich HB and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB 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 Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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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