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Getting to and around in Prague

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is a major transportation hub in Central Europe and is easily accessible by rail, air and road. 

By train

Prague is well connected by international and regional rail services. Direct trains link the city with major European destinations, including Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Munich, Bratislava, and Warsaw.

Most long-distance trains arrive at Prague Main Railway Station (Praha hlavní nádraží), located close to the city centre and connected to the metro (Line C) and multiple tram lines.

By air

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

Václav Havel Airport Prague is the Czech Republic’s main international airport and one of the busiest in Central Europe. Numerous airlines offer regular direct flights connecting Prague with cities across Europe and beyond.

From the airport to the city centre

Public transportation

The city centre is easily accessible from the airport using public transport. Regular bus services connect the airport with Prague’s metro network, providing reliable access to central areas.

From the Airport:

Take bus no. 59 to its terminal stop at Nádraží Veleslavín, where you can transfer directly to Metro Line A for fast connections to the city centre.

 

Bus 59. (Václav Havel Airport Prague and Nádraží Veleslavín) runs frequently and is clearly signposted at the airport.

Typical travel time from the airport to the city centre is approximately 30-45 minutes, depending on the route and destination. Public transport tickets are valid across buses, trams, and the metro within their time limit.

Taxi and ride-sharing

Licensed taxis and ride-sharing services operate directly outside the airport terminals. Travel time to the city centre is usually 25-35 minutes, depending on traffic.

Ride-sharing services such as Bolt and Uber are widely used in Prague.

Getting around Prague

Prague has an extensive and affordable public transport network, including trams, metro lines, and buses, operated as an integrated system. The historic centre is walkable, and many key locations are within easy walking distance.

Buying public transport tickets

Tickets can be purchased in several convenient ways:

  • Ticket machines at the airport (located in arrival halls and at bus stops), accepting cards and coins
  • Public transport counters in the airport terminals
  • Via mobile app (PID Lítačka), allowing digital ticket purchase and validation
  • Newsstands and selected shops displaying the public transport logo  

Common ticket options include 30-minute, 90-minute, and 24-hour tickets. Once validated, tickets allow unlimited transfers between buses, trams, and the metro within the selected time period.

Tickets must be validated at the start of the first journey (using the yellow validation machines on vehicles or in metro stations).

Digital tickets are validated automatically within the app.
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