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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Prague
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Prague?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, 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
Holešovice
Praha-Holešovice, Partyzánská 1546/26, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice, Czechia - E
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic - F
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 4 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 €41
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Prague by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Prague?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Prague start from €41. The average price for this train route is around €133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Prague?
The average train journey time from Essen to Prague is 10h 4m, covering a distance of 544 km. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Prague route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Prague?
The earliest train from Essen to Prague departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 23:46.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Prague was searched and found on 19 Oct 2026 with a price of €70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Prague as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €70 to €235 for a train ticket from Essen to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €70, which is on 2026-10-19.
