Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc) | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavní nádraží | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | PRG Airport | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Ceske Drahy | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavní nádraží | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavní nádraží | No tags | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavní nádraží | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavní nádraží | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Prague
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Prague?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Prague
- A
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia - B
Praha hl.n
Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia - C
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia - D
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic - E
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic - F
Holešovice
Praha-Holešovice, Partyzánská 1546/26, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice, Czechia
Train companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 147
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Prague by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Prague?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Prague start at PLN 147. The average price for this train route is around PLN 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Prague?
The average train trip from Cologne to Prague takes 9h 50m and covers 537 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Prague route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Prague?
The earliest train from Cologne to Prague departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Prague was searched and found on Jul 10, 2026 with a price of PLN 226To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Prague, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 226 to PLN 1,202 for a train ticket from Cologne to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 226 which is on 2026-07-10.
