Transport, Getting There

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. Funicular stopping …

On the night trains: Secure your belongings on overnight trains because thieves might roam the cars while you sleep – do not leave them any chance.   Question:   Which train station is more convenient when travelling to/from Prague? Answer: Hlavni nadrazi, which is the main train station, and is …

City Buses If you’re staying in Prague then you probably won’t be using buses, unless you are staying in some obscure suburbs. Also buses are not allowed in the city centre as they produce noxious fumes and the streets are too narrow, so they transport people from the suburbs to …

When checking taxi drivers in the centre of Prague in March 2011, police officers revealed five persons with forged documents. They were all handed over to the police on suspicion of committing forgery and fraudulent alteration of an official instrument. Police officers from the special TAXI group together with metropolitan …

While Prague is a great city to get out and see on foot, sometimes you may feel better by riding the tram.  The good news is that there are numerous tram lines that will take you virtually all over the city to see the sights.  These rides are not very …

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. Be aware that trams will be on your left and usually hard to see. Finding parking space and driving in the city centre requires …

Prague subway has already experienced everything. Misbehaviour, abuse, aggression and brutal brawls… But instead of this, lovers dominate public transport! Take a ride on the wagon of love, the Transport Company invites passengers. What does it look like? I must admit that “a wagon of love” is just a nickname …

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 …

It will be More Expensive! Prague Increases Fines to CZK 1500. The campaign against stowaways in Prague’s public transport continues. The Transport Company has decided to increase the cost of fines for those who are caught by ticket inspectors. If you pay on the spot, the fine remains the same …

Prague offers an increasing quantity of specifically marked bicycle lanes, such as the lengthy and popular route which follows the River Vltava from the National Theatre (south of the centre), and the route which begins round Prague Zoo and tracks the Vltava northwards towards Germany. But due to the heavy …