The Czech Republic captivates visitors with its fairytale castles, medieval towns, and rich cultural heritage. From Prague's stunning architecture to the spa towns of Karlovy Vary and the natural beauty of Bohemian Switzerland, this Central European gem offers diverse experiences for every traveler.
Prague's integrated public transport is one of Central Europe's best. A 24-hour pass (120 CZK/$5.45) covers unlimited metro, tram, and bus travel and is sufficient for a day of sightseeing. Validate tickets before boarding — plain-clothes inspectors impose CZK 1,500 ($68) fines for unvalidated tickets. For intercity travel, Czech Rail and budget bus companies make day trips straightforward and affordable.
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- Metered AAA Taxi: 500–650 CZK ($23–30) to city centre; book via +420 14014 or AAA Taxi app
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- Always use app-based services (Bolt, Uber) or pre-book AAA Taxi for airport transfers. Street touts charge 3–4× metered rates.
- Shuttle
- Airport Express bus (AE) — 100 CZK ($4.55), runs every 30 min to Praha Hlavní nádraží (main train station). Journey 30–40 min. Tickets from driver or DPP machines at the airport.
- Public Bus
- Bus 119 — single transport ticket 32 CZK ($1.45), connect to Metro Line A at Nádraží Veleslavín. Total to Old Town ~40 min.
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- Bus 119 + Metro A (CZK 32) · Airport Express (AE bus) (CZK 100) · Bolt / Uber (CZK 380–550) · AAA Taxi (metered) (CZK 500–650) · Pre-booked private transfer (CZK 540–750)
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Overview
Prague's metro (3 lines: A/green, B/yellow, C/red), trams (40+ routes), and buses form an integrated network. A single ticket covers all modes within the time limit. Prague Card holders travel free. Night trams (numbered 90–99) run 00:30–04:30 at 30-minute intervals.
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Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Overview
- Prague taxis have historically overcharged tourists, particularly unlicensed operators at tourist spots and the airport. The best solution is to use ride-hailing apps (Bolt, Uber) which show the price before booking. Registered metered taxis (AAA Taxi, Taxi Praha) are reliable when booked in advance.
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Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Overview
Czech Rail (ČD at cd.cz) runs frequent intercity trains connecting Prague to Brno, Plzeň, Olomouc, and other cities. RegioJet and FlixBus offer budget bus alternatives. Most major Czech towns are reachable within 3 hours from Prague.
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- Route
- Prague → Kutná Hora
- Mode
- Train (ČD)
- Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Price local
- CZK 145 one-way
- Price usd
- $6.60
- Departs from
- Praha Hlavní nádraží (main station)
- Route
- Prague → Plzeň (Pilsen)
- Mode
- Train (ČD)
- Duration
- 1h 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30–60 min
- Price local
- CZK 150–250 one-way
- Price usd
- $7–11
- Departs from
- Praha Hlavní nádraží
- Route
- Prague → Brno
- Mode
- Train (ČD / RegioJet)
- Duration
- 2h 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30–60 min
- Price local
- CZK 250–500 one-way
- Price usd
- $11–23
- Departs from
- Praha Hlavní nádraží
- Route
- Prague → Český Krumlov
- Mode
- Bus (Student Agency / RegioJet)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Frequency
- Several daily
- Price local
- CZK 200–350 one-way
- Price usd
- $9–16
- Departs from
- Praha Florenc bus station
- Route
- Prague → Karlovy Vary
- Mode
- Bus (Student Agency)
- Duration
- 2h 15 min
- Frequency
- Every 30–60 min
- Price local
- CZK 180–250 one-way
- Price usd
- $8–11
- Departs from
- Praha Florenc or Praha Dejvická
- Route
- Prague → Vienna (Austria)
- Mode
- Bus (FlixBus / RegioJet)
- Duration
- 4h 30 min
- Frequency
- Several daily
- Price local
- CZK 350–700 one-way
- Price usd
- $16–32
- Departs from
- Praha Florenc
- Route
- Prague → Berlin (Germany)
- Mode
- Bus (FlixBus) / Train
- Duration
- 4h 30 min (bus) / 4h (train)
- Frequency
- Several daily
- Price local
- CZK 400–900 one-way
- Price usd
- $18–41
- Departs from
- Praha Florenc / Praha Hlavní nádraží
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Prague has an excellent, affordable, and well-integrated public transport system of metro, trams, and buses operated by DPP (Prague Public Transit Company). The system runs 24 hours (night trams from 00:30–04:30). A single validated ticket covers all modes within the time limit. Outside Prague, Czech Rail (ČD) trains and long-distance buses (RegioJet, FlixBus, Student Agency) connect all major Czech cities efficiently. Václav Havel Airport (PRG) is 17km from Prague city centre with several transfer options.
Airports
Václav Havel Airport Prague
From centre: 17km northwest of Prague city centre
Options: Bus 119 to Nádraží Veleslavín (Metro A) — 32 CZK ($1.45), departs every 7–10 min, 25 min to metro station; total journey to Old Town ~40 min; Airport Express bus (AE) to Praha Hlavní nádraží (main train station) — 100 CZK ($4.55), 30–40 min, operates daily 05:30–21:00; Bolt app — 380–550 CZK ($17–25), 20–25 min to city centre; most convenient option with luggage; Uber — similar price to Bolt, 380–500 CZK ($17–23); AAA Taxi (metered) — 500–650 CZK ($23–30), 20–25 min; book via AAA Taxi app or call +420 14014; Pre-booked private transfer — 540–750 CZK ($25–34), meet-and-greet service; book via Prague Airport Transfers at praguetransfertaxi.com; WARNING: Avoid unlicensed taxi touts in arrivals hall — known to charge 1,700–2,500 CZK ($77–114) for the same journey
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
PID Lítačka
Official Prague transport app; buy tickets and passes, check schedules. iOS/Android.
Bolt
Best ride-hailing app in Prague — reliable, transparent pricing. iOS/Android.
IDOS (by CHAPS)
Czech national transport planner for trains, buses, and metro — best for intercity routes. iOS/Android.
CD.cz
Czech Rail ticket booking app and website; buy train tickets in advance for discounts. iOS/Android.
RegioJet
Book affordable intercity buses to Brno, Olomouc, Český Krumlov, and international routes. iOS/Android.
Rekola
Prague bike-share app — pink shared bikes throughout the city. iOS/Android.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Always validate your transport ticket in the yellow machines at metro entrances or on trams — inspectors work in plain clothes and fines are CZK 1,500 ($68)
Buy multi-day passes at metro stations, DPP shops, or via the PID Lítačka app — cheaper than single tickets for most itineraries
Prague metro operates until midnight; for late nights, night trams (routes 90–99) and night buses run 00:30–04:30
Tram 22 is the scenic 'tourist tram' passing Prague Castle and Malá Strana — a free sightseeing route if you have a day pass
At Prague Airport, only use Bolt, Uber, pre-booked AAA Taxi (+420 14014), or Bus 119 — never accept rides from unlicensed touts