What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Altenburg?

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Altenburg is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prague to Altenburg?

The fastest way to get from Prague to Altenburg is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Altenburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Prague to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Altenburg via Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Altenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Altenburg via Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Prague to Altenburg?

The distance between Prague and Altenburg is 344 km. The road distance is 199.9 km.

How do I travel from Prague to Altenburg without a car?

The best way to get from Prague to Altenburg without a car is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 30m and costs €35 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Prague to Altenburg?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Prague to Altenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Altenburg bus from?

Prague to Altenburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Altenburg train from?

Prague to Altenburg train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train or bus from Prague to Altenburg?

The best way to get from Prague to Altenburg is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 30m and costs €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Prague to Altenburg bus arrive?

Prague to Altenburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zwickau central train station.

Where does the Prague to Altenburg train arrive?

Prague to Altenburg train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Altenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Altenburg is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Prague to Altenburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Prague to Altenburg?

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Where can I stay near Altenburg?

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There are 5 ways to get from Prague to Altenburg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Dresden
best
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
4h 30m
€39–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zwickau central train stationbus 321 / ...
5h 57m
€26–39
Drive 199.9 km
1. Drive from Prague to Altenburgcar 199.9 km
2h 35m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Leipzig Hbftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
4h 41m
€76–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Dresden Bayrische Strassebus : Berlin Central Bus Station - Berlin Südkreuz Train Station / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Glauchau(Sachs)train Rb / ...
6h 30m
€35–50

Prague to Altenburg by train

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Distance: 343.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Altenburg, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Altenburg via Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Hbf in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zwickau central train station 6 times a week. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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