What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Bad Elster?

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Bad Elster is to bus and train which costs €12 - €22 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prague to Bad Elster?

The fastest way to get from Prague to Bad Elster is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct bus from Prague station to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Prague Hradcanska Station and arriving at Bad Elster, M.-A.-Nexö-Str. via Sohl, Wende. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Sohl via Cheb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Prague to Bad Elster?

The distance between Prague and Bad Elster is 215 km. The road distance is 186.8 km.

How do I travel from Prague to Bad Elster without a car?

The best way to get from Prague to Bad Elster without a car is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs €18 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Prague to Bad Elster?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Prague to Bad Elster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Bad Elster bus from?

Prague to Bad Elster bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Prague Hradcanska Station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Bad Elster train from?

Prague to Bad Elster train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Bad Elster?

The best way to get from Prague to Bad Elster is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Prague to Bad Elster bus arrive?

Prague to Bad Elster bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Cheb Central Bus Station.

Where does the Prague to Bad Elster train arrive?

Prague to Bad Elster train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Cheb station.

Can I drive from Prague to Bad Elster?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Bad Elster is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Prague to Bad Elster.

Where can I stay near Bad Elster?

There are 673+ hotels available in Bad Elster.

Prague to Bad Elster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Prague to Bad Elster by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Prague Hradcanska Station to Cheb Central Bus Stationbus RegioJet 141103
5h 19m
€18–31
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Karlovy Varybus 854 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlovy Vary dolní nádraží to Klingenthal, Bahnhofstraßetrain 145
5h 56m
€13–22
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Chebtrain Ic / ...
5h 33m
€29–44
Drive 186.8 km
1. Drive from Prague to Bad Elstercar 186.8 km
2h 29m
€29–42

Prague to Bad Elster by bus and train

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Distance: 214.6 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Bad Elster, Germany?

RegioJet operates a bus from Prague Hradcanska Station to Cheb Central Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, České dráhy (ČD) operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Cheb hourly. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 2h 51m.

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