THE SHORT VERSION
Prague to Berlin at a glance.
- From
- Prague Praha
- To
- Berlin
- Road distance
- About 347 km
- Straight line
- 279 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Berlin to Prague →
- Border
- Czechia → Germany. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Prague
Prague is a major coach hub for central Europe, with frequent buses to Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Budapest and Kraków. The main coach station is Florenc, east of the centre.
- ÚAN Praha-Florenc
East of the centre, at Florenc metro (lines B and C). Most long-distance coaches. - Na Knížecí
By Anděl metro (line B). Some domestic and international services.
Arriving in Berlin
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
- Berlin ZOB (central bus station) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
Messedamm, by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg. Most long-distance coaches. - Other stops
Some services also stop at Alexanderplatz, Südkreuz or BER airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your stop: some routes also call at the airport or other city stops.
KEEP GOING
From Berlin, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Berlin
More buses from Prague
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Prague from Berlin by road?+
About 347 km by road (279 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Prague to Berlin take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Prague?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Prague include ÚAN Praha-Florenc, Na Knížecí, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Berlin to Prague?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Berlin to Prague guide.
Where does the bus from Prague arrive in Berlin?+
It depends on the operator. In Berlin, services use Berlin ZOB (central bus station), Other stops. From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Berlin?+
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
What kind of bus runs from Prague to Berlin?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Prague to Berlin bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Berlin by bus?+
Direct buses from Berlin include Hamburg, Frankfurt, Warsaw, Munich, Amsterdam and more. See all connections on our Berlin bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Prague to Berlin?+
Czechia and Germany are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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