Prague to Munich - 13 Best Ways to Travel in 2024

The Prague to Munich train is the most obvious choice for getting between the two cities. It is an easy, comfortable, and affordable way of traveling. The travel time is over five and a half hours and there are seven direct connections per day, allowing you to plan the journey according to your needs.

Train tickets from Prague to Munich
The Prague to Munich tickets start at €20 when bought in advance and can jump up to €45 on the day of departure. The best way to purchase the Prague to Munich train ticket is through the official website of either Czech or German Railways. We recommend checking both sites for the best deal, as the price might differ slightly. If you want to buy the ticket the traditional way, head to Prague's central train station. You will find the ticket office ("pokladna") on the ground level of the train station. If you need to get your ticket at the last minute, try to arrive at the train station with some time to spare as the lines at the customer center can be long, especially at peak hours.

Train stations in Prague and Munich
The first train departs from Praha Hlavní Nádraží (the central train station) at 5:43 in the morning, arriving in Munich at 11:18, and the last train departs at 17:43, arriving in Munich at 23:21. In addition to the central train station in Prague, the train also stops at Praha-Smíchov station in the Czech capital before continuing the journey towards Germany. Both train stations in Prague are very well connected with the rest of the city by public transport. Praha Hlavní Nádraží is reachable by metro red line C (stop "Hlavní nádraží"), and Praha Smíchov by metro yellow line B (stop "Smíchovské nádraží").

The central train station in Munich - München Hauptbahnhof - is located in the central part of the city, not far from the Old Town. All underground and suburban trains in the city area pass by this train station. Once you reach Munich, you can easily continue your journey to your final destination by public transport.

Trains from Prague to Munich are modern and comfortable, with free Wi-Fi and power sockets beside the seat. However, they don't have a dining car, only a delivery service with a limited selection, so it's better to stock up on snacks before your trip from Prague to Munich.

The best way for travelers to get from Prague to Munich is by a sightseeing transfer. Not only will you travel smoothly and easily from one city to another, but you will also stop at some beautiful places that would usually take much longer to get to. The highly rated Prague to Munich Transfer Tour takes the whole day, but it will be time well-spent.

Stop 1: Karlštejn Castle
The transfer departs from central Prague in the morning (hotel pick-ups are available in the private option). After less than an hour's ride, you will arrive at your first stop of the day - the picture-perfect Karlštejn Castle, one of the best examples of gothic-style castles in Europe and probably the most famous castle in the Czech Republic.

Stop 2: Pilsen
After exploring the place, you will continue your trip to Pilsen, the city mostly known for its local beer – Pilsner. You will visit the Brewery Museum to learn more about the history and making of this iconic drink. But Pilsen is more than just beer! The city has a charming Old Town with winding lanes and beautiful architecture; you will see it all. After a walk around Pilsen, you will have time for lunch and a perfect opportunity to try Pilsner beer in its birthplace.

Stop 3: Regensburg
The last stop on the tour is Regensburg - a beautiful German town that is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. When wandering around, you will feel like you traveled back to medieval times, especially when you cross the Stone Bridge that once was the only way to cross the Danube River. From Regensburg, it's around an hour and a half's drive to Munich.

The Prague to Munich Transfer Tour is available as both a group tour and a private option. It is a great way to travel between the cities and learn more about the history and culture of the region, as well as to see some beautiful places not often included in the European itinerary. You will travel in a comfortable vehicle with a local tour guide who will answer all your questions about the region. The sightseeing transfer is an excellent value for money and a perfect way to enrich your trip.

A good alternative to the train is the Prague to Munich bus. Two leading companies serve the Prague to Munich route: RegioJet and Flixbus.

Bus tickets from Prague to Munich
RegioJet has three daily departures from Prague at 09:30, 16:30, and 23:00, with prices starting at €17 when bought in advance or €19 on the day of departure. Flixbus is slightly more expensive – you can still find a €17 Prague to Munich ticket, but you need to buy it well in advance (at least a few weeks). You should pay €22-€30/one-way a few days before the departure, and last-minute tickets are around €50. However, there are more Prague to Munich Flixbus connections at 02:40, 07:20, 09:30, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, and 23:35. To purchase the ticket, you must head to either the RegioJet or Flixbus website and buy it online.

Bus stations in Prague and Munich
All the Prague to Munich buses start at the Florenc bus station in Prague, located in the city center, at the metro red line C (stop "Florenc"). In Munich, buses arrive at the bus station ZOB (Hackerbrücke), which is about a 10-minute walk from the central train station.

The Prague to Munich bus trip takes around 5 hours, depending on the connection and company. Buses on this route are modern and comfortable, with free Wi-Fi. In some, you can also enjoy an onboard entertainment system (similar to the one you find on planes) and complimentary hot and cold drinks, making the Prague to Munich bus trip much more relaxing. 

You can fly between the cities if you need to get from Prague to Munich quickly. Currently, two direct Prague to Munich flights depart from the Czech capital at 08:35 and 13:30 and arrive in the German city less than an hour later. Last minute Prague to Munich plane ticket (one way) can cost up to €400, but if you plan your trip in advance, you can get it for €125.

Plane tickets from Prague to Munich
The only airline that operates Prague to Munich route is Lufthansa and you can purchase the ticket directly on their website. Since the Czech Republic and Germany are part of the Schengen zone, you don't need to arrive at the airport too early to go through customs. If you travel with carry-on only and have already checked in online for your flight, head to the security check and then to your gate.  

It takes between 30 and 50 minutes (depending on the traffic) to reach Prague airport from the center. You can get there by taxi or direct bus departing from the upper part of the central train station ("Hlavni Nadrazi"). The cheapest way to get to Prague airport is by public transport - you first need to get by metro (green line A) to Nádraží Veleslavín, where you need to change for the local bus no 119 heading to the airport. Once you arrive at Munich airport, you can quickly reach the city center by taking the S1 or S8 S-Bahn trains, which depart every 10 minutes. The journey to the central train station (Hauptbahnhof) takes around 40 minutes.

If you prefer to drive yourself, you can rent a car in the Czech Republic and go on a Prague to Munich road trip. The shortest distance between the cities is just under 400 km and takes around 4 hours of driving time. You can also modify your itinerary and make some detours to see a few interesting places along the way. Some of the best stops we recommend, which are more or less between Prague and Munich, are Karlštejn Castle, Pilsen, Nuremberg, Regensburg, or Dachau. However, there are many more options where you can break up your drive from Prague to Munich.

Since you will be returning the car to a different location, the price for a rental will automatically increase. If you return it on the same day, you can expect to pay around €550 for a Prague to Munich rental car. However, if you make your road trip from Prague to Munich slightly longer, the price will be more bearable (for example, renting a car from Prague to Munich for four days starts at €650).

The Prague to Munich bike route is one of Europe's most popular international cycling routes. However, you won't find one clear, direct bike trail between the cities. Instead, you must follow four different paths from Prague to Munich by bike: Czech Route 3, the Regental Radweg, the Donauradweg, and the Isarradweg. The total cycling distance from Prague to Munich is around 450 km, which should take about five days to complete. You will pass through many places that are worth exploring. Our recommended stops on the Prague to Munich cycling route are Pilsen, Furth im Wald, and Regensburg. However, you will see many other exciting destinations along the way, and traveling by bike will give you much freedom and flexibility to see as many of them as you wish.

You can also join a Prague to Munich bike tour where you will get around with a guide who will take care of your trip's practical details. The tour usually takes a longer route, but it's perfect for sightseeing. Along the way, you will stop at some of the real gems of Central Europe, such as Cesky Krumlov, Passau, and Salzburg, to name a few.

If you value flexibility, ease of travel, and comfort, consider using a Prague to Munich private transfer. It's not the cheapest option, and you can expect to pay around €400 for a car with an English-speaking driver, but you are in for a smooth and worry-free journey from Prague to Munich. Since this is a door-to-door option, you don't need to deal with the hassle of navigating public transport. With the flexible departure time, you can arrange the Prague to Munich trip according to your needs.

The Prague to Munich private transfer should take a little over four hours. For a small fee, you can add some extra stops along the way, such as Karlstejn Castle, Pilsen, Regensburg etc with Sidetrip Tours for example. The duration of the trip would increase but it would be a great trip from Prague to Munich.

One of the alternatives for affordable travel between Prague and Munich is car sharing. This is a popular option for getting around in Europe, and the Prague to Munich route always has many offers to choose from. All you need to do is log in to the BlaBlaCar website (the most popular car-sharing service), browse the offered rides, and connect with a driver to arrange details. You can expect to pay around €20 for a BlaBlaCar Prague to Munich ride, but the final offer depends on the driver as they set the price. While this is a great way to travel around and meet locals, check the fine print when arranging the ride, as sometimes the place of departure or arrival can be away from the center. You may need to arrange for transport to/from a designated point. Still, it's a good alternative for getting from Prague to Munich and worth considering.

If you are not in a rush and enjoy adventure, you can try hitchhiking from Prague to Munich. Since it is almost 400 km between the cities, you may not be fortunate enough to hitch a ride all the way to Munich and may need to break the trip somewhere along the way. The best place to try hitchhiking from Prague to Munich is at any petrol station on the E50 motorway or at Rozvadovská spojka, where most cars heading west from Prague need to pass. To get there, you need to first take metro line B (yellow) to Nové Butovice or metro line A (green) to the end station Nemocnice Motol and then from either place, catch bus number 184 or 174 to the stop "Šafránkova." Rozvadovská spojka is a short walk away from there.

A slightly crazy but definitely doable way of traveling from Prague to Munich is by walking. It would take you approximately two weeks to cover the 350 km distance from Prague to Munich, but along the way, you can see some fascinating and beautiful places. Some of the most picturesque spots you can visit are Pilsen, Sumava National Park, Furth im Wald, Regensburg, and the Danube River. You can also make a little detour and explore more of this part of Central Europe. Walking from Prague to Munich is relatively easy, but you will go through some hilly regions, so good shoes and decent fitness are a must for this trip.

While technically, it is impossible to go on a river cruise from Prague to Munich, you can find companies offering Danube cruises that include a visit to Prague in their itinerary. The only catch is you will do part of the journey from the Czech capital by bus, but still, taking this offer will allow you to visit Prague and Munich on the same trip. Besides those two cities, you will also stop in numerous other beautiful and exciting places along the Danube River, such as Passau, Vienna, and Budapest.

You can take a day trip from Prague to Munich, but we don't recommend it since the distance between the cities is rather long, almost 400 km. You would spend at least eight hours traveling from Prague to Munich and back, leaving you with little time for sightseeing and enjoying the capital of Bavaria.

However, if Munich is the next stop on your itinerary after visiting Prague, you can use the sightseeing transfer to get between the cities and make a fun day trip from Prague to Munich. Not only will you travel from one city to another, but you will also visit some interesting places that you would typically miss. We've covered the Prague to Munich Sightseeing Transfer and its stops in detail in the upper part of this article.

For those who want to splurge and travel in style, a private jet from Prague to Munich is a good option. It's a bit expensive, starting at €6000 for chartering a private plane. Still, you are in for a comfortable and luxurious journey. The flying time from Prague to Munich is around one hour, and you can customize the departure time according to your needs and plans.