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Leave at 18:00 and travel via Vienna: 21h24 with 1 change, which is usually easy to make.
Watch the connection in Berlin
Arriving on the ICE 145, you have 38 minutes. That connection was made on 74% of trips (measured July 2026, August 2026, September 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
Sleep on the way
From Amsterdam take the NJ 40421 at 18:01 and arrive at 15:24. It saves a hotel night and you arrive rested.
Make a stopover in Frankfurt
The journey takes at least 11h29. Spend a night in Frankfurt and you'll be on the train for about six hours a day, with a bonus city.
How punctual is this route?
This train is often late. Plan generous connections and choose a flexible ticket.
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Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 11h54 | ± 4h09 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 34 kg | ± 97 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (11h29) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h59 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 982 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 768 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Prague?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Prague takes 11h29. Most journeys have 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Prague?
No, you change trains at least 1 time, usually in Frankfurt or Berlin.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Prague?
Yes. You travel overnight and arrive rested in the morning.
Where can I book a train ticket to Prague?
You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper, especially for ICE trains and night trains.
How punctual is the train to Prague?
The ICE 145 arrived on time in Berlin Hbf on 36% of trips, with an average delay of 21 minutes (July 2026, August 2026, September 2026).
