--- title: "Trains from Ostrava to Prague | EveryRail" description: "Direct trains from Ostrava to Prague take about 3.5 hours, with ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express serving Ostrava hl. n. and Ostrava-Svinov." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/ostrava-to-prague/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Czechia]()Ostrava to Prague by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Czechia]()Ostrava to Prague by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Ostrava to Prague by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Prague]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated October 2026 # Ostrava to Prague by train Direct trains from Ostrava to Prague take about 3.5 hours, with ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express serving Ostrava hl. n. and Ostrava-Svinov. ![Prague Old Town Square with the Church of Our Lady before Týn.]() Typical duration About 3.5 hours by direct train. The fastest ČD train takes 3 hours 13 minutes. Frequency Multiple direct departures each day; ČD has 16 daily connections, with RegioJet and Leo Express also serving the corridor. Changes Direct ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express trains run from Ostrava hl. n. or Ostrava-Svinov to Praha hlavní nádraží. Origin [Ostrava]() Destination [Prague]() Country [Czechia]() [Ostrava]() to [Prague]() is a straightforward direct rail journey. ČD, [RegioJet]() and [Leo Express]() run on the corridor, and trains leave from Ostrava hlavní nádraží or Ostrava-Svinov for Praha hlavní nádraží. Most journeys take around three and a half hours; the fastest ČD train takes 3 hours 13 minutes. ## Choosing your Ostrava departure station Check the station on your ticket before setting out. Ostrava hlavní nádraží is served by tram and trolleybus at the stop named Hlavní nádraží. Ostrava-Svinov is beside the Svinov, mosty city transport terminal, with tram and city bus connections. Both stations are on the main line towards Prague, but a particular train may call at only one of them. Ostrava hlavní nádraží is the useful choice for the city centre and northern districts. Ostrava-Svinov can be more convenient for Poruba and western Ostrava. Allow time to reach the correct station, especially if your booking names Ostrava-Svinov rather than Ostrava hl. n. ## Direct trains and journey time ČD operates direct SuperCity Pendolino and InterCity trains via [Olomouc]() and Pardubice. The fastest ČD train, the SuperCity Pendolino, takes 3 hours 13 minutes, and ČD runs 16 daily connections. Other departures take longer, so a typical journey is around three and a half hours. RegioJet runs direct trains between Ostrava and Prague via Olomouc and Pardubice. Leo Express also runs direct trains via Olomouc and Pardubice to Praha hlavní nádraží, with multiple departures from Ostrava. A direct train means no change is needed between Ostrava and Prague. The operators use slightly different stopping patterns and departure stations. Keep the exact station and arrival time from your booking, because not every service leaves from Ostrava hl. n. or runs at the fastest time. ## Reservations, tickets and passes ČD SuperCity Pendolino and InterCity trains on this route require a seat reservation. The reservation is free when you buy your ticket on the ČD website or app, and you can choose your seat. At a ticket office it costs 35 Kč. ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express all accept Interrail in Czechia. RegioJet requires reservations on its Prague, Pardubice, Olomouc and Ostrava corridor, at €1.30 to €2.80 depending on class. With a pass, a ČD SuperCity reservation costs €2.90 in 2nd class or €5.15 in 1st class. Leo Express reservations are free but must be made before boarding. For a pass journey, add the train to your pass and arrange the operator's required reservation before you go. A rail pass does not remove the need to reserve a seat on ČD SuperCity or InterCity, RegioJet services on this corridor, or Leo Express. If your chosen departure is full, use another direct departure rather than boarding without the required reservation. ## Arriving at Praha hlavní nádraží Praha hlavní nádraží is in central Prague near Wenceslas Square. Metro line C stops at Hlavní nádraží, and trams 5, 9, 15 and 26 serve the station area. Airport Express buses also leave from outside the station. From the concourse, follow signs to the metro for the quickest start in the city, or walk towards Wenceslas Square and the New Town. If you are continuing across Prague, leave time to find the metro or tram platform and to walk through the station hall with luggage. Most direct services arrive at Praha hlavní nádraží, and some Leo Express departures also call at Praha-Libeň, so use the station shown on your ticket. ## Planning the journey ČD Pendolino or the fastest InterCity is the quickest choice. RegioJet and Leo Express are useful alternatives when their departure time, station call or reservation availability fits better. Keep the reservation with the ticket or pass, and arrive at the Ostrava station named in the itinerary. There is no routine change on this corridor. If disruption forces a change or replacement transport, follow the operator's instructions for the specific train and retain your ticket until you reach Prague. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Rail Europe Rail Europe is a leading travel tech company specializing in European train bookings for over 15,000 travel professionals worldwide. - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Train service - [České dráhy]() České dráhy is Czechia's national railway, serving Prague, Brno and Ostrava plus international routes; its cheapest Fixed fares are tied to one train. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() - [Leo Express]() Leo Express links Central Europe by train and bus, serving Prague, Krakow, Bratislava and Lviv, with some journeys including bus segments. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() - [RegioJet]() RegioJet runs yellow trains across Czechia, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary and Poland; all trains require a seat reservation, even with Interrail or Eurail passes. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Prague [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Prague**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a direct train from Ostrava to Prague? Yes. ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express run direct trains from Ostrava hl. n. or Ostrava-Svinov to Praha hlavní nádraží. ### How long does the train from Ostrava to Prague take? Most direct journeys take around three and a half hours. The fastest ČD train takes 3 hours 13 minutes, and other ČD trains take about 3 hours 30 minutes. ### Which Ostrava station should I use? Use the station shown on your ticket. Ostrava hlavní nádraží is served by tram and trolleybus, while Ostrava-Svinov is next to the Svinov, mosty city transport terminal. ### Do I need a seat reservation from Ostrava to Prague? Yes for ČD SuperCity and InterCity, and for RegioJet services on this corridor. Leo Express reservations are free but must be made before boarding. ### Can I use an Interrail Pass from Ostrava to Prague? ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express all accept Interrail in Czechia. Add the train to your pass and arrange the operator-specific seat reservation before boarding where required. ## More routes [![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Barcelona to Prague by trainThere is no direct train from Barcelona to Prague: journeys take about 23 to 27 hours, with around six departures a day and at least two changes.]()[![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Berlin to Prague by trainDirect Berlin to Prague trains take about 4 hours 15 to 30 minutes, with Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy services linking Berlin Hbf and Praha hlavní nádraží.]()[![View of Prague, Czechia]()Brno to Prague by trainČD railjet takes about 2h37 from Brno hl.n. to Praha hl.n.; ČD and RegioJet serve the corridor, with fares shown in CZK.]()[![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Budapest to Prague by trainDirect EuroCity and railjet trains from Budapest-Nyugati to Prague take about 6 hours 53 minutes, with a EuroNight Metropol sleeper option.]()[![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Munich to Prague by trainDirect EuroCity trains run from Munich Hbf to Praha hl.n. in about 5.5 to 5.75 hours; seat reservations are possible.]()[![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Olomouc to Prague by trainDirect trains from Olomouc to Prague take about 2 hours 15 to 40 minutes. ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express serve the route, and some services require reservations.]()[![Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at night]()Prague to Berlin by trainDirect Railjet trains run from Praha hlavní nádraží to Berlin Hauptbahnhof in about 4.5 hours; advance fares start around €26 and reservations are optional.]()[![View of Brno, Czechia]()Prague to Brno by trainFast direct Prague to Brno trains take about 2 hours 30 minutes; ČD runs hourly, while RegioJet fares start from 99 CZK.]() ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://everyrail.com/_astro/everyrail-logomark-2026.VJ4vNX1T.webp", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization-logo-1" }, "sameAs": [ "https://www.instagram.com/everyrailtravel/", "https://www.facebook.com/everyrail", "https://www.threads.com/@everyrailtravel" ] }, { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#website", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "publisher": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization" }, "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/ostrava-to-prague/#webpage", "name": "Trains from Ostrava to Prague | EveryRail", "description": "Train travel information for Ostrava to Prague. 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