Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Prague is called an architectural dream on the banks of the Vltava River and an eternal source of inspiration for artists who have reflected the capital in thousands of paintings. Zlata Prague is a UNESCO site, a majestic city with a unique atmosphere. Having admired the architectural masterpieces, panoramic views and recharged with the energy of the city, you can go to Venice of the North - Amsterdam. There are different ways to get from Prague to Amsterdam.
Possible options
For some, Amsterdam is the flower capital of Europe with the world's largest tropicarium, the world famous Keukenhof festival and tulip and orchid markets, as well as restaurants in greenhouses serving flower dishes. And someone goes to Amsterdam to buy jewelry with a unique cut, which is made by the masters of ancient factories, and for shopping.
The distance between Prague and Amsterdam is about 875 kilometers. You can get to Venice of the North by plane, bus, train or car.
| Travel option | Elapsed time | Trip cost, euro | Notes (edit) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airplane | Direct flight - 1 hour 40 minutes (+ travel time and registration) | EasyJet - from 54 euros KLM - from 119 euros Czech Airlines - from 83 euros | |
| Train | Minimum - 10 hours 28 minutes | 50-60 one way | The minimum number of changes on the route is 2. |
| Bus | Travel time - from 12 hours 45 minutes to 18 hours 40 minutes | from 39 (subject to early booking) | |
| Car (own) | at least 8 hours 30 minutes | about 92 | The traveler will incur fuel costs (€ 78.67) and toll roads (€ 12.50). |
Travel by train
Railways in the Czech Republic form a network that is managed by the state-owned CD company (České dráhy). The state is located in the central part of Europe, so it is easy to get from it to neighboring European countries.
There are no direct flights from Prague to Amsterdam. You can buy a train ticket on the Czech or German website. The system offers several options for moving. The interchange train in Berlin is one of the most popular.
Most trains leave from the main train station - Praha hl.n. and arrive at the central railway station of Amsterdam - Amsterdam Centraal. The main railway station in Prague is located at Wilsonova, 8. You can get there by metro (red line), get off at Hlavni Nadrazi station.
The Czech Railways system offers many travel options from Prague to Amsterdam. The first train leaves at 6.33, and the last one at 23.35. The number of possible connections when following through Berlin – Hanover, Nuremberg – Dusseldorf ranges from 2 to 5. Travel time ranges from 10 hours 28 minutes to 17 hours 27 minutes. The minimum cost of one-way tickets is 1540 CZK or about 60 euros.
Bus service
Buses in the Czech Republic run strictly on schedule. On international flights, travelers are offered drinks and snacks, films are shown. Wireless internet is available on many international routes.
Regular bus services from Prague to Amsterdam are provided by several carriers: Flixbus, Eurolines and RegioJet. There is an opportunity to choose a convenient moving option. Most of the regular buses leave from the Florenc bus station in Prague and arrive at the Amsterdam-Sloterdijk station.
The bus carrier Eurolines offers tourists one daily route from Prague to Amsterdam. The bus leaves at 17.00 from Prague and arrives in Amsterdam at 7.00. The flight is very convenient for those who value time. After all, from the early morning you can start a walk around Amsterdam, have a cup of coffee in a cafe, and then go on an excursion. The ticket price is 39 euros, and the travel time is 14 hours.
Flixbus offers a flight from Florenc station at 18.10.
The RegioJet carrier offers 1 flight per day. The bus leaves Prague at 23.00 and arrives in Amsterdam at 15.10 the next day. The cost of the trip is 39 euros.
You can buy a ticket for an intercity bus at the ticket office at the bus station or directly from the driver; it is better to purchase tickets for international flights in advance on the websites of bus carriers.
Airliner travel
For those who are in a constant rush or who value their time very much, the best option to get to Amsterdam is to buy an air ticket. European low-cost airlines often offer tickets from Prague to Amsterdam at attractive prices.
Direct flights in this direction are operated by CSA Czech Airlines, KLM, EasyJet.
- Czech Airlines offers 2 options for direct flights from the capital of the Czech Republic to the capital of the Netherlands. The first airliner departs at 7.00 and arrives in Amsterdam at 8.40. The second plane leaves Prague at 17.25 and arrives at 19.00.
The airline offers flight options in Economy or Business Class. Advance booking (at least one month in advance) gives you the opportunity to save money. The ticket will cost a minimum of 1640 kroons or 63.37 euros.
It should be understood that you will have to spend time getting to the airport and registering, and upon arrival, go through the control and get to the city.
You can get to Prague airport by city bus, Airport Express buses, Prague Airport Transfers and CEDAZ, as well as by taxi.
There are 4 city buses running to the airport - №№ 119, 100, 191, 510 (night flight).
Below in the table you can see where and at what interval city buses depart, how many are on the way.
| Flight number | Departure point | Interval (maximum waiting time will be mainly on holidays) | Travel time | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| №119 | Nadrazi Veleslavin Metro Station (Green Line) | 5-20 minutes | 15 minutes | 5.00–24.00 |
| №100 | Zlicin Metro Station (Yellow Line) | 10-30 minutes | 20 minutes | |
| №191 | Andel metro station (yellow line B, passes Na Knizeci station on the same line) | 5-30 minutes | 45 minutes | |
| No. 510 (night flight) | Stop Na Beranku. An intermediate stop will be the Divorka Sarka stop, which can be used by those traveling from the center by tram number 51. | 10-30 minutes | 40 minutes | 00.15–03.55 |
There is a single ticket for public transport in Prague (buses, trams, metro and funicular). You can buy it at the bus stop, tobacco and magazine kiosks.
In addition to city buses, the Airport Express bus runs to the airport, which connects the main railway station in Prague (red metro line - Hlavni nadrazi stop) and terminals 1 and 2.
The bus runs every 30 minutes from 5.30 am to 10.30 pm. A ticket, which costs 60 kroons or 2.32 euros, can be purchased from the driver.
The minibus Prague Airport Transfers departs from Narodni street, 40 (located near the metro station in the city center - Mustek) and arrives at Prague airport. This transfer is more suitable for a group of tourists (maximum number - 7 people). You need to order and pay for the transfer in advance on the official website.
CEDAZ minibuses run from the V Celnici stop to Prague airport. The fare is 150 kroons, or 5.80 euros. The minibus runs on the route daily from 7.30 to 19.00 every half hour. Children under 6 years old are entitled to free travel.
If you do not want to waste time waiting, then you can use a taxi. Popular taxis in the Czech Republic include SEDOP, Speed Cars, Profi Taxi, AAA Taxi, City Taxi and Taxi Praha. The cost of boarding is 40 kroons (1.55 euros), and for each subsequent kilometer + 25 kroons (0.97 euros). It is possible to book a transfer in advance via the Internet. To do this, go to the KiwiTaxi website.
There are several options for how to get from Schiphol Airport to the city: you can get there by train, bus or car (rent or order a taxi).
- The railway station is located right in the airport building. Direct flights to the central railway station are carried out every 10-15 minutes from 5.30 am to 01.00 am. At night, trains run every 1 hour. Travel time is 17 minutes.
Tickets can be purchased at special terminals in the main lobby of the airport. Tickets are available for 1st class (7 euros) and 2nd class (4.20 euros). Children under 4 years old travel for free.
- Traveling by bus is not popular with tourists. Buses leave every 15 minutes from 5.00 to 00.30. Many buses in Amsterdam make the following stops: Stadionplein, Museumplein, Leidseplein and Elandsgracht. They are located close to most of the hotels in the city center.
The cost of a one-way ticket is 5 euros. Below is the location of the platforms.
- Alternatively, you can rent a car at the airport for further trips around the city, or take a taxi. There are taxi ranks near the main airport entrance.
Travel by car
Traveling by car through Germany will take you about 8 hours and 30 minutes. If you decide to drive on your own, plan your route in advance. Traveling by car will cost at least 92 euros - about 79 euros will have to be spent on fuel and about 13 euros on road tolls.
The shortest route by car goes through Dresden-Leipzig-Magdeburg-Osnabrück-Apeldoorn.
Conclusion
Prague and Amsterdam are two ancient European cities. To get from Golden Prague to the city of contrasts, canals and tulips, it is best to choose an air flight. Even taking into account the travel time and registration, the total travel time will be less, and the cost is not much higher than on any other mode of transport.
