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Connections to/from Václav Havel Airport Prague
| Line | Direction | Possible Transfer | Travel Time to City Center | Ticket Price | Timetable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | Airport ⇆ Nádraží Veleslavín | Metro line A | approx. 35 minutes | 40 CZK | Download |
| 100 | Airport ⇆ Zličín | Metro line B | approx. 45 minutes | 40 CZK | Download |
| AE | Terminal 1 ⇆ Hlavní nádraží | Metro line C and trains | approx. 45 minutes | 100 CZK | Download |
| 907 night |
Terminal 2 ⇆ Baně | night lines | approx. 50 minutes | 40 CZK | Download |
| 910 night |
Terminal 2 ⇆ Na Beránku | night lines | approx. 45 minutes | 40 CZK | Download |
Distinguishing Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 Stops
Distinguishing Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 Stops
- Terminal 1: Used by passengers for non-Schengen flights (USA, United Kingdom, Asia, etc.).
- Terminal 2: Serves flights within the Schengen Area (EU countries in Schengen).
For detailed orientation, you can view the interactive airport map. The airport terminals are open 24/7.
Fares within PID
The following fares apply for travel on standard PID lines:
- 30-minute ticket: 30 CZK
- 90-minute ticket: 40 CZK
24-hour and 72-hour tickets in PID
For passengers planning a longer stay in Prague or who want to move comfortably around the city without constantly buying individual tickets, short-term tickets valid for 24 or 72 hours are recommended.
Validity and Use
- 24-hour ticket (1 day) costs 120 CZK for adults and allows unlimited travel within Prague for 24 hours from the time of validation.
- 72-hour ticket (3 days) costs 330 CZK and is valid similarly, i.e., for 72 hours from validation.
In the Prague Integrated Transport system, group tickets for multiple passengers are not available. In practice, this means each passenger must have their own ticket.
24-hour and 72-hour tickets are transferable and valid on all Prague Integrated Transport (PID) means, including metro, trams, buses, trolleybuses, suburban trains (fare zones P, 0, B), the Petřín funicular (closed until 2026), and ferries. They are not valid on special tariff lines such as Airport Express (AE).
Tickets for Luggage and Dogs
If you travel within PID with luggage, luggage (max 25×45×70 cm) is transported free of charge. If the dimensions exceed this, you must pay a single ticket of 20 CZK for the luggage, which is valid for the same duration as the passenger’s ticket, up to a maximum of 180 minutes. If you travel with a dog, all information can be found on the special page – Traveling with a Dog.
Where to Buy Tickets
- At ticket machines at stops, in metro vestibules, and at the airport.
- At information centers of the Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) – DPP counters in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 in the public area.
- At selected retailers, for example in newsstands.
- Via the mobile app PID Lítačka.
- By SMS ticket.
- On contactless payment terminals in all city transport vehicles.
Ticket Validation
Printed tickets requiring validation must be validated when boarding the vehicle for the first time or in the metro vestibule at a yellow validator, and at airport stops, tickets are validated directly on the platform validators. A ticket is validated only once – the validity period starts from the moment of validation. The same rule applies to 24-hour and 72-hour tickets – validate only once, on the first trip. Tickets purchased via the mobile app, contactless payment terminal, or SMS (SMS ticket must be received) are valid automatically according to the time of purchase (after a 60-second grace period), or can be activated later manually in the PID mobile app. The 24-hour and 72-hour tickets are a convenient choice for tourists and locals planning to use public transport intensively around Prague.
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Free Travel in Prague
Within the territory of the City of Prague, certain passengers can use public transport free of charge. Below is an overview of who is eligible for this benefit:
| Category | Proof of Eligibility | Validity |
| Children under 6 years | Travel free of charge without the need for any document. | Valid also for foreign passengers |
| Children 6 – 10 years | Travel free of charge without document; on trains, proof of age is required. | Valid also for foreign passengers |
| Children 10 – 15 years | Travel free of charge only with a valid pass – e.g., Lítačka with confirmed age, school ID, or ISIC card with birthdate, passport, child ID card; on trains only with a special PID pass. | Valid also for foreign passengers |
| Seniors aged 65 and over | Travel free of charge automatically, just show any ID with date of birth (passport, ID card); on trains only with a special PID pass. | Valid also for foreign passengers |
| Persons with disabilities (ZTP and ZTP/P) | Travel free of charge throughout Prague, except on trains. The escort of a ZTP/P pass holder is also entitled to free travel. In case of inspection, a valid ZTP or ZTP/P pass issued in the Czech Republic must be presented. | Valid exclusively for passes issued in the Czech Republic |
| Escort of a child under 3 years | Travels free of charge, just show the child’s ID or a special PID pass, not valid on trains. | Valid also for foreign passengers |
Prague Main Railway Station
If you arrive in Prague by train, you will most often arrive at Prague Main Station (Praha hl.n.). From the platforms, you can enter the underpass and then the station hall. One floor below you will find the ČD CENTRUM, which houses the PID Information Center. It is open from 08:00 to 18:30 (with a break from 12:00 to 12:30).
In the other part of the large station hall are exits from the station and entrances to the metro Line C station. Near them are two DPP Information Centers, open on weekdays from 06:00 to 22:00, including weekends. For detailed orientation, you can view this map of the railway station.
In the hall you will find a shopping zone, restrooms with changing tables, luggage storage and lockers, a Czech Police station, currency exchange offices, ATMs, a pharmacy, and restaurants.
| Opening hours | |
| Station hall | 00:00 – 01:15, 02:30 – 24:00 |
| ČD Ticket Offices | 02:40 – 00:40 |
| PID Info Desk | 08:00 – 18:30 |
| DPP Information Center | 06:00 – 22:00 |
| Luggage Storage | 06:00 – 23:00 |
Florenc Bus Station
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Florenc Bus Station is located just minutes from the historic city center and is well connected to public transport – right here you will find the Florenc metro station (lines B and C), as well as stops for several tram and bus lines.
- Quick access to the center – just 5 minutes by metro to Václavské náměstí
- Facilities on site: luggage storage, restrooms, information center, restaurants, and cafés
- Easy connection to other transport – metro, trams, taxis
For detailed orientation, see departure hall map.
| Opening hours | |
| Bus station operating hours | 03:00 – 00:00 |
| Departure hall H1 | 05:00 – 00:00 |
| Departure hall H2 | 03:00 – 00:00 |
| Luggage storage H1 | 06:00 – 23:30 |
| Luggage storage H2 | 06:00 – 22:00 |
How to get to the City Center
Prague Metro represents the backbone of the city’s public transport and offers fast, reliable, and clear connections across the capital. It is used daily not only by Prague residents but also by hundreds of thousands of visitors who easily and efficiently travel to see sights, go to work, or enjoy entertainment.
The metro consists of three lines, each distinguished by color:
- Line A (green) – connects the western and eastern parts of the city and runs through stations such as Malostranská, Staroměstská, and Muzeum.
- Line B (yellow) – links the southwest with the east, including important stops like Anděl, Můstek, Florenc, and Černý Most.
- Line C (red) – the oldest and busiest line, running from north to south, serving also Hlavní nádraží (Main Train Station) and Florenc (bus station).
All lines intersect in the city center, allowing easy transfers. The metro operates daily roughly from 05:00 to midnight with short intervals during peak and off-peak hours.
Night Service
Night service between 0:00 and 4:30 seamlessly continues the daily routes and ensures comfortable travel during late hours.
The backbone of night transport are trams: A total of 9 tram lines (91–99) run at a regular 30-minute interval. The main transfer point is the Lazarská stop, where all night trams converge. Some lines also intersect at other locations.
Night buses: Bus lines 901–917 serve passengers throughout Prague at intervals of 30 or 60 minutes. At important hubs, they are linked to night trams or other bus connections, making traveling through the city at night smooth and easy.
Direct night connection to the airport: Lines 907 and 910 run nonstop directly from the city center – for example, from I. P. Pavlova or Náměstí Republiky it takes only 45 minutes. They run every 30 minutes.
The same tickets as during the day are valid on all night lines – whether single tickets or passes.
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