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Duration 10h 49m
Distance 695.6 km
Average price 8 500 Kč
Frequency 3/week

Trip overview

The train between Zürich and Prague takes 10h 49m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Zürich to Prague. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train via Munich

  1. Zuerich Hb
  2. Muenchen Hbf
  3. Prague
10h 9m
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Zürich to Prague train times

Trains run three times a week between Zürich and Prague. The earliest departure is at 07:33 in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich is at 11:33 which arrives into Prague at 22:22. All services require a transfer at MUENCHEN HBF GL.27-36 and take an average of 10h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zürich to Prague? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 25m.

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The distance between Zürich and Prague is 537 km. The road distance is 695.6 km.

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Zürich to Prague train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zuerich Hb station.

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Zürich to Prague train services, operated by Die Länderbahn, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

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What companies run services between Zürich and Prague?

You can take a train from Zürich to Prague via Muenchen Hbf in around 10h 9m.
Train operators
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Ave. Duration
13h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
8 000 Kč - 15 000 Kč

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.

Contact Details
Phone
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch
Train from Zuerich Hb to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
Ave. Duration
13h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
8 000 Kč - 15 000 Kč
Website
https://www.sbb.ch/en
ÖBB
Ave. Duration
13h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
5 000 Kč - 7 000 Kč

Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.

Contact Details
Phone
05 17 17
Website
oebb.at
Night train from Zuerich Hb to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
Ave. Duration
13h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
5 000 Kč - 7 000 Kč
Website
https://www.oebb.at/en/

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