Getting To Prague
Travelling to Prague is usually very easy due to the very efficient road and rail networks. Driving is safe in the city and the roads are of an excellent standard, making journeys quicker and more comfortable. Travelling by train is also hassle-free. There are connections to many European cities and trains are comfortable, reliable and efficient. There is a busy international airport in Prague that has recently been refurbished.
By car
Motorways are limited in Prague, with the speed limit being a maximum of 81mph. There are also 24-hour emergency phone lines every 1.2 miles along the motorways. Driving is a lot safer in Prague than in other European cities, as seatbelts are compulsory for drivers and passengers; headlights are compulsory in the winter and fines are very high for all motoring offences. If you want to drive in Prague, you must hold an international driving licence.
The main routes in to the city of Prague are the D1/D2 motorways. There is no longer any need to avoid this route, as delays at the Slovak border have eased. If you are travelling from Belgium, you need to follow the E40 to Cologne, the E31 to Heidelberg and then join the E50 to Prague. If you are travelling from Paris, the E50 will lead you right to the city, while from Berlin, the E55 will take you to Prague.
By rail
Prague is connected by rail to over 20 European cities. These include Vienna, which takes 4 hours, 30 minutes; Munich, 5 hours; Berlin, 5 hours, 30 minutes; and Paris, 10 hours. It is recommended that you book your seat in advance, with journeys normally being comfortable and good value for money. Trains are reliable and usually run on time; however, in some instances, buses can be a quicker option.
By bus
If you are travelling from London, Eurolines runs a service direct to Prague, which takes approximately 30 hours. These coaches have limited facilities, but they do include toilets and reclining seats. Kingscourt Express also runs a service to Prague, taking 21 hours. There is a daily bus connecting Prague with Vienna, taking approximately 4 hours, 30 minutes; a weekly service to Warsaw; and a service travelling four times a week to Munich. International bus/coach services depart from either Florenc Station or the coach park at elivského Station. Buses offer smooth trips at excellent value.
By air
Prague's international airport, Ruzyne, is located about 12 miles northwest of Prague's centre. Today, you can reach Prague from over 100 destinations worldwide. You can get a shuttle minibus to the city centre from the airport, which runs every 30 minutes as well as local buses, which depart every 10 minutes. Taxis are expensive and often unlicensed. Prague's top hotels can arrange to pick you up for a small fee.
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