Lying in the very centre of Europe, the Czech Republic stands at a crossroads where many international rail routes meet (EuroCity, InterCity and SuperCity services). The train is an ideal way to get around the Czech Republic, as it has one of the densest rail networks in Europe. The overwhelming majority of services are operated by Czech Railways.
Timetables
Timetable information and ticket prices can be found at www.idos.cz.
Discounts on Czech Railways
Czech Railways provides passengers with a number of group discounts for two people or more travelling together. The discount increases the greater the number of people travelling (up to a maximum of 30 people). You can also save money by using a so-called ‘kilometre bank’ (a book containing 2000 km of prepaid rail travel). Buying return tickets also brings a saving (valid until midnight next day). When buying tickets, passengers must request the relevant discount.
An interesting fact
A new feature on Czech Railways (www.cd.cz) is the Pendolino train which now links Prague with Ostrava, Vienna and Bratislava. The train can travel at up to 180 kmph, and is the fastest and most comfortable service in the Czech Republic.
