Getting Around Prague – Metro, Trams and Buses Made Easy
Prague’s public transport system includes the metro, trams, buses and the funicular. All services are closely connected, run frequently, and operate under a single ticket system with no fare zones, allowing you to travel in any direction across the entire network. Paper tickets must be validated before starting your journey. Validation machines are located at metro station entrances and inside trams and buses.
Tickets and prices
a) 30- and 90-minute tickets
- 30 minutes: 39 CZK, approx. €1.60 / $1.75*
- 90 minutes: 50 CZK, approx. €2.00 / $2.15*
- For short trips and individual journeys
- Unlimited transfers and changes of direction during the validity period
b) 24- and 72-hour tickets – the relaxed option
- 24 hours: 150 CZK, approx. €5.90 / $6.40*
- 72 hours: 350 CZK, approx. €13.90 / $15.10*
- Validity is based on time, not calendar days
- Valid day and night
- Unlimited travel on all public transport services
Smartphone App – The Most Convenient Option
The official PID Lítačka app is available for Android and iPhone and is the most convenient option. It allows you to buy tickets, check timetables, plan routes and access real-time information for all public transport services in Prague. Digital tickets do not require validation and are always available on your phone. As a small bonus, tickets purchased via the app are slightly cheaper:
- 30 minutes: 36 CZK, approx. €1.50 / $1.65*
- 90 minutes: 46 CZK, approx. €1.90 / $2.05*
- 24 hours: 140 CZK, approx. €5.50 / $6.00*
- 72 hours: 340 CZK, approx. €13.50 / $14.70*
Monthly pass – ideal for longer stays
- 550 CZK, approx. €21.90 / $23.80*
- Usually worthwhile from around five days of stay
*All prices listed are based on January 2026 rates.
Good to know: Children under 15 travel free of charge with valid ID. Passengers aged 65 and over travel free of charge with valid ID. Passengers aged 60 to 64 travel at half fare and must also show proof of age.
Where to buy tickets
- Ticket machines at metro stations and major stops
- Contactless terminals on all trams and buses, in metro stations and at the funicular
- Public transport information centers at the airport and central locations in the city
- Staffed sales points at metro stations
- Tobacco shops and newsstands (trafika)
- Official tourist information offices of the City of Prague
Public Transport at a Glance
Prague has a clear and well-organized public transport network, with each mode of transport serving a specific purpose. One thing is certain: at any time of day or night, you can rely on public transport to get you to your destination, or very close to it.
Metro – fast, clear, reliable
The metro is the backbone of public transport in Prague and ideal for longer distances across the city. The network consists of three lines: Line A (green), Line B (yellow), Line C (red). The trains run daily from 5:00 a.m. until midnight, with services extended by one hour on Fridays and Saturdays. Frequency is every 2 to 4 minutes during peak hours and every 5 to 10 minutes outside rush hours.
Trams – ideal for short distances
Trams are the main means of transport in the historic center and surrounding neighborhoods. They stop frequently, often right next to major sights, and connect central areas reliably. Trams run daily from 5:00 a.m. until midnight, every 5 to 10 minutes, with longer intervals in the evening.
Buses – airport access and beyond
Buses complement Prague’s public transport network where there are no rail connections. They play a key role in airport transfers and serve residential areas on the outskirts of the city. Services run similarly to trams, with reduced frequency in the evening. Several buses are available for the journey from the airport to the city center, connecting you to the city's metro network. Night buses serve key locations in the city center.
Important note: A detailed overview of all airport-to-city transport options is provided in our guide Prague Airport: Getting to the City Center.
Night trams and night buses
After the metro closes at midnight, night trams and buses take over and operate until 5:00 a.m. They run every 30 minutes, and every 20 minutes on Fridays and Saturdays.
Funicular – up to Petřín Hill
The Petřín funicular connects the lower station Újezd with Petřín Hill every 10 to 15 minutes and offers a comfortable alternative to the steep walk uphill. The 30- and 90-minute tickets are not valid here. Travel is included with 24- and 72-hour tickets as well as with the monthly pass.
Prague’s public transport system is clear, reliable and designed to move you efficiently across the city at any time of day. With metro lines, trams and buses working seamlessly together, getting from one place to another becomes straightforward, allowing you to spend less time planning routes and more time enjoying the city itself.
Network maps for download
Metro and tram network
Metro and bus network
Night tram and night bus network
Night tram and bus transfer map around Lazarská
Daytime airport connections
Timetables
Metro
Trams
Buses
Night trams and buses
