Transport, Getting There

transport_prg_7.jpgThis category includes all information about using public transport in Prague, like buses, trains and taxis, as well as information on how to get to Prague from the UK by car, train, coach or plane.

Getting there by air. Most people travel to the city by air on one of the many daily low cost flights from Europe's major cities.

By rail. Prices for rail travel are generally far more expensive than air travel and journeys may take much longer than by plane or car. Purchasing a rail pass or a ticket in advance can help minimise costs.

Getting around. Prague is a simple city to get around, especially in the centre, which is relatively small and compact. The best way is to take trams or just walk.

 

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Public Transport Tickets

Public transport tickets can be used on any type of public transportation and allow transfers between lines (subway to subway, tram to tram, etc.) and types of transport (subway to tram, tram to bus, etc.) for up to 30 minutes from validation for short ride tickets and 90 minutes for long ride tickets. Tickets are also valid on night trams and buses and on the Petřín funicular.

Getting Around the Czech Republic – via a car and Driver

The Prague Airport Transfer company is reliable, and they offer fixed and fair rates throughout Prague & beyond. The approachable Prague Airport Transfer company claim to, "go the extra mile for you" (fares for round-trips, with waiting times included, for instance Český Krumlov - 3300czk, Kutna Hora -  2550czk, Terezín -1550czk.

Domestic Transport

The Czech Republic's train and bus network is surprisingly cheap and efficient. While the quality may not be anything to brag about, both systems (except the privately owned firms like the Student Agency) are comprehensive and normally run completely on time. The bus service is the most extensive and lots of people utilize it instead of the trains as it is usually more direct and quicker.

How to Get from Budapest to Prague via Vienna

Without doubt one of the best ways to get from Budapest to Vienna is by utilizing the river, and more specifically the hydrofoil that makes the journey on a daily basis! Granted, it is more expensive than getting the train like most people do, but th...

Driving in Prague Centre

The worst thing for you in Prague will be the trams and buses. Keep in mind that you must give way to them at all times. As a medieval city, Prague is simply not car-friendly.

Velotrixi

These modern rickshaws are powered by young bilingual men with strong legs - although a small electric motor does kick in to help them up hills.

Sightseeing - Carriage and Vintage trips

Romantic horse-drawn vehicles can be seen in the historical centre of Prague all year round.

Funicular Railway

Funicular Railway to Petrin Hill is located just next to the tram stop Ujezd (trams 12, 22, 23) in Lesser Town. Railway runs daily from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (11:20 p.m. from November to March) in 10-15 min. intervals and is operated by the public transport company.

Shipping Transport

Even though Prague is connected via harbours in the North and Baltic Seas, public shipping connecting it with abroad is done by private sailings.