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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Altenburg is to bus and train via Leipzig which costs €28 - €60 and takes 4h 45m.

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 train between Prague and Altenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Altenburg via Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Prague to Altenburg?

The distance between Prague and Altenburg is 347 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 Leipzig which takes 4h 42m and costs €50 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Prague to Altenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Altenburg train from?

Prague to Altenburg train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi 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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Prague to Altenburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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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 Leipzig
best
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
4h 42m
€53–185
Bus, train via Leipzig
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Leipzig central train stationbus N67 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
4h 45m
€28–56
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 Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Zwickau(Sachs)Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
5h 17m
€56–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zwickau central train stationbus 321 / ...
2. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
5h 19m
€29–58

Prague to Altenburg by train

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Distance: 347.2 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Altenburg via Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Hbf in around 4h 42m.

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