How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Prague?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Prague start from ARS 57,266. The average price for this train route is around ARS 159,775. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Prague?

The average train ride duration from Cologne to Prague is 9h 58m, covering a distance of 333 miles (537 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators service the Cologne to Prague route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Prague?

The earliest train departs from Cologne to Prague at 6:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Train Cologne to Prague from ARS 63,104 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Prague on June 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	14h 56m	11:10pm	PRG Airport	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	11h 21m	11:35pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost + Ceske Drahy	6:11am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	10h 59m	5:10pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
	12:18pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 7m	9:25pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	5:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 18m	5:25am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	11h 16m	3:30am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Prague on June 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	11h 16m	3:30am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	14h 56m	11:10pm	PRG Airport	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
	8:17am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 8m	5:25pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	9:41pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	11h 44m	9:25am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 26m	7:40pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Prague on July 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	11h 16m	3:30am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	14h 56m	11:10pm	PRG Airport	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
	8:17am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 8m	5:25pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	5:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 18m	5:25am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 26m	7:40pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Prague on July 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	11h 21m	11:35pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	14h 56m	11:10pm	PRG Airport	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
	8:17am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 8m	5:25pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	5:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 18m	5:25am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 26m	7:40pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Prague on July 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	11h 16m	3:30am	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	14h 56m	11:10pm	PRG Airport	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	7:45am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 36m	4:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
	8:17am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 8m	5:25pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + HLB + DB Regio Bayern + alex - Die Länderbahn	8:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	11h 50m	8:21pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	5:07pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 18m	5:25am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 26m	7:40pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:40 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Prague

We recommend taking the bus

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 ARS 53,567, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

45bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

326 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 53,567 - ARS 289,757	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 57,266 - ARS 465,133	Average Duration9h 58m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Prague?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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
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B
Praha hl.n
Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia
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C
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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D
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
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E
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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F
Holešovice
Praha-Holešovice, Partyzánská 1546/26, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice, Czechia
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 57,266

CZ train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from ARS 57,266. The average price for this train route is around ARS 159,775. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Prague?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Prague is 9h 58m, covering a distance of 333 miles (537 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Prague route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Prague?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Prague at 6:08am. And 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.

Best price found

06/27

ARS 159,472

06/28

ARS 212,386

Today

ARS 141,581

06/30

ARS 141,536

07/01

ARS 123,887

07/02

ARS 106,178

07/03

ARS 123,887

07/04

ARS 80,904

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Prague was searched and found on Jul 4, 2026 with a price of ARS 80,904

To 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 ARS 80,904 to ARS 475,776 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 ARS 80,904 which is on 2026-07-04.