Praha hlavní nádraží
Praha hlavní nádraží
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- Prague Station • 1 min walk
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BRS249
11 contributions
Jun 2022
I've traveled by train quite extensively in Europe, especially in Germany. You would expect that Prague, a European capital, would have a really good train station, but this station was the most god-awful building I have ever been in. Everything was filthy, and to make matters worse, they only post platform numbers 10-15 minutes before departure, so you'll get about 200 hundred people crowding around the tiny screens and it's impossible to walk through the hoard.
Signage is also a major problem...everything is in Czech with a couple signs in English or German, but if you are looking for a taxi or any sort of ground transportation you will need a miracle. Same can be said for bathrooms. And there is no information booth anywhere.
After over 30 minutes of wandering, we somehow got outside to a weird side street next to a hostel and just called an Uber. There is a dedicated Uber pick up place, but you will need to either cross a busy highway or take a tunnel followed by steep, spiraling stairs to reach it. I'm a big fan of common sense and it seems that the Soviet goons who designed this total piece of garbage had none.
AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE!!
That being said, Prague is a wonderful city and if you are arriving at this dump, please don't let it ruin your impression of Prague. They just really have a lot of work to do...
Signage is also a major problem...everything is in Czech with a couple signs in English or German, but if you are looking for a taxi or any sort of ground transportation you will need a miracle. Same can be said for bathrooms. And there is no information booth anywhere.
After over 30 minutes of wandering, we somehow got outside to a weird side street next to a hostel and just called an Uber. There is a dedicated Uber pick up place, but you will need to either cross a busy highway or take a tunnel followed by steep, spiraling stairs to reach it. I'm a big fan of common sense and it seems that the Soviet goons who designed this total piece of garbage had none.
AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE!!
That being said, Prague is a wonderful city and if you are arriving at this dump, please don't let it ruin your impression of Prague. They just really have a lot of work to do...
Written June 27, 2022
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TravelingYinzer
Pittsburgh, PA209 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
This is perhaps the absolute worst train station we have ever seen in Europe. Talk about a shock after arriving at this dump from Vienna - which is an amazingly clean and easily navigable train station
I like to think I am a reasonably savvy traveler, but this may be the worst-signed train station ever. Trying to find a taxi impossible. And the signs in the entire station are only in Czech. Meanwhile the staff who work at the train station still appear to have a Soviet-style demeanor to them. Rude and unhelpful is about the best that can be set for them.
My advice if you are trying to take a taxi: Don’t. We decided to use an Uber after 20 minutes of trying to find a taxi stand with no luck whatsoever. And another piece of advice is to walk a block or two away from the train station to get your Uber. Trying to find the Uber pick up location is another wild goose chase.
I like to think I am a reasonably savvy traveler, but this may be the worst-signed train station ever. Trying to find a taxi impossible. And the signs in the entire station are only in Czech. Meanwhile the staff who work at the train station still appear to have a Soviet-style demeanor to them. Rude and unhelpful is about the best that can be set for them.
My advice if you are trying to take a taxi: Don’t. We decided to use an Uber after 20 minutes of trying to find a taxi stand with no luck whatsoever. And another piece of advice is to walk a block or two away from the train station to get your Uber. Trying to find the Uber pick up location is another wild goose chase.
Written June 23, 2022
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Karin
Amsterdam, The Netherlands1,613 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
The station opened in 1871 and was originally called nádraží Františka Josefa (French Joseph station). Between 1901 and 1909 the station was renovated in Art Nouveau according to a design by the architect Josef Fanta. After WWI the station was named Wilsonovo nádraži (after American President Woodrow Wilson). During WWII the station was given its current name: Praha hlavní nádraží. The metro was added to the station in the 1970s. After years of renovation costing millions, the station reopened on April 14, 2011. Beautiful hall upstairs! Light and spacious, Art Nouveau in full glory. Really worth taking a look. Downstairs it's a different story, it's dark and low there. The signage to the platforms could also be much better.
Written April 19, 2024
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パメラを紹介します
35 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
This is a station where the platform is not decided until the last minute, so everyone is constantly staring at the electronic display board.
It's not boring, though, as there are many new and nice shops.
About luggage storage: The coin lockers are state-of-the-art, but you can't use them unless your phone is valid. This is because they are set up to receive text messages.
I gave up and went up the escalator, and used the friend's luggage storage on the right side (city side) as I was facing the platform. They were quick to respond, and when I collected my luggage (there was a line of people waiting to store it), they gave it to me first.
It's not boring, though, as there are many new and nice shops.
About luggage storage: The coin lockers are state-of-the-art, but you can't use them unless your phone is valid. This is because they are set up to receive text messages.
I gave up and went up the escalator, and used the friend's luggage storage on the right side (city side) as I was facing the platform. They were quick to respond, and when I collected my luggage (there was a line of people waiting to store it), they gave it to me first.
Written September 6, 2023
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Serge Ydo
Koggenland, The Netherlands14,753 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
This railway and metro station is now commonly called Prague Central Station. But when the train station was put into use in 1871, it was named after the Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph. After World War I, the station was called Wilson Station for a while, after the then American president. At the beginning of the 20th century, the interior of the station underwent a metamorphosis. In the period 1901-1909 it was redesigned in Art Nouveau under the direction of Josef Fanta (1856-1954), a famous architect, sculptor, painter and designer at the time. The station was expanded with a metro station in the 1970s. The station is the departure and arrival point of international train traffic and is therefore a well-known building for tourists. Beautiful station hall!
Written April 19, 2024
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Sue D
Lynnwood, Washington, United States56 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Absolutely the worst train station I’ve ever been in. The worst customer service that I’ve experienced anywhere, especially the information booths. The people that should be able to assist you are rude, dismissive and arrogant, despite the fact that language wasn’t a barrier. If you don’t like your job or the people that you were hired to assist, find a new job. These people are often the first face of the city or country that travelers encounter and they have definitely soured my impression of Czechoslovakia and Prague.
Written August 14, 2024
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SopiNepi
Kawasaki, Japan9,128 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Coming into the city from Prague-Ruzyne Airport by limousine bus, you arrive on the opposite side of the street to this station. So the first thing you see is the main entrance of this station. It is a cute Czech-style building just like the picture. It stands on a big bridge. It has a structure similar to the south exit of Shinjuku Station. We had big suitcases so we didn't go inside and just headed to the hotel. It's a little late now, but I should have gone inside.
Written September 13, 2023
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Jeannie S
Singapore, null, Singapore15 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
We went to the train station this morning to purchase our train ticket to Cezky Krumlov. As this is our first time here in Prague, there are many things that we are not familiar with. We approached a lady at the ticket counter. The queue for meant for Visitor. When it was our turn, we asked her if where we could get the ticket to Cezky Krumlov. She said not here. So we asked again, where should we go to get the ticket and she literally screamed at us and said : NOT HERE!!!
So, we found the place to get our tickets. When we asked for more information, the staff who were attending to us was neither nice to us, but he did not scream at least.
You don't have to force yourself to smile at visitors but at the very least, dont scream at us.
So, we found the place to get our tickets. When we asked for more information, the staff who were attending to us was neither nice to us, but he did not scream at least.
You don't have to force yourself to smile at visitors but at the very least, dont scream at us.
Written September 4, 2023
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KH
London, UK652 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
It's a little far from the center of the old town, so not many people make the effort to come here, but the imposing station building left an impression. The dome roof seems similar to that of Tokyo Station. Inside, there was a model of the station made out of Lego on display. There were no ticket barriers, so anyone could enter.
Written January 19, 2024
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MARIELA B
Montevideo, Uruguay254 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Lousy signage, we can't find anyone to ask. We almost missed the train. Come in time and remember in Czech the North is marked with an S and the South with a J. Exhausting experience. We have been using the train system of Europe without problem but this section from Prague to Budapest was for forgetting. The official on the platform told us to wait there and when we looked at the other platform there our train had stopped. It was a run of people. Very bad information to the tourist. If you can come an hour in advance or choose another means of transport. I can’t add photos because we ran so much that even for photo there was no time. I can say the train was 9:44 No. 277
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Written September 13, 2024
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Hola me gustaría saber que supermercado hay en la estación de trenes
Written April 26, 2019
There are many retail stores of all types in this train station. I do not remember specifically if there is a supermarket but I'm sure there are stores where you can buy many different food items
Written May 9, 2019
Could someone please tell me what’s the difference between “Eurail”, “Goeuro”, and “DB” train stations? And which ones are better.
I’ve never traveled through Europe so I am so confused to choose from these ones.
I am going from Berlin to Prague and then from praque to Vienna ?
Which one should I book with and why?
Thank you
Written January 19, 2019
It's been a long time since I used Eurorail and I have never used Goeuro but it sounds like it would be similar to Eurorail. I believe Eurorail is a time limited pass on all rail through Europe. If you are only travelling between 3 countries it is probably cheaper to buy individual train fares, unless you are planning to travel several times by rail your time there. DB is the German rail service and you can buy tickets online to all your destinations. Buying earlier will get you cheaper fares. Recommend getting reserved seating. It's about a 4-4.5 hour trip from Berlin to Prague and another couple of hours to Vienna from there.
Written January 20, 2019
Hello, could you please let me know how I can book a train from Berlin to Prague? What’s the name of the train line or the website that I can book. Thank you
Written January 19, 2019
As noted in previous answer, go to German train website and order ticket online. Get a reserved seat, otherwise you may find yourself standing the entire 4 hour trip. Local travellers tend to buy tickets at last minute and trains get overbooked. Once you get ticket, print it out and you can board train. Conductor will scan and validate your ticket. Train fares are cheaper on German website than Czech train website even though it is the same train. The track that the train board from will not be posted on the schedule board until about 15-30 minutes before departure time. The Prague train station is confusing if you are only an English speaker as there aren’t many signs in English to help guide you. Arrive at train station at least an hour early so that you can familiarize yourself with layout and system.
Written January 19, 2019
Where is the 24 hour luggage storage located? Any idea of cost? Thank you.
Written September 24, 2018
Good luck. Follow the icon of a suitcase with a key. The problem is there are so many levels with ramps, stairs, and escalators. I can say it is the north-ish end of the station. RunawayChocaholic and Seat 61 have good answers and pictures, but they still are not specific enough to locate it. What the world needs is for this to be on a map including the level/floor.
Written September 24, 2018
I am returning a Budget rental car to the Prague Main Railway Station that I rented elsewhere. Where is the return area located at the station and are there well marked signs leading there (Budget Logo, English, etc.)????
Thanks........
Written May 6, 2018
Hello Gary, I don't know, but I am sure that if you get in touch with Budget they will show you where they are located. Or try online, or even maps. Enjoy Prague!
Written May 7, 2018
Hi me and a friend are stopping in Prague this week and are looking to travel to Dresden next Tuesday for day on the train... can we pay for tickets at the station on the day??.... also are the trains normally the same time most days?? Thank you in advance :)
Written March 5, 2018
Hi. I think there are going Train from Prague to Dresden in week days every 2 hour and the trip shall take 2 hours and 19 minute. You can buy the tickets before on pages at internet or You can buy them at station on machine or like me I bought them at tickets shop at station. Its one of the easiest station I ever I have used. I then travel to Plzen and took the Munchen Train if I dont remember wrong. Guessing its easy to find ticket for You at station. A lot of screens tell You where to go. The price for Your tickets are from 22 to 27 euro. Maybe a little more in the ticket line With help from sales People I always to that instead of machine always afraid of to mistake. A lot of bla bla bla here...:)
Written March 5, 2018
Can someone kindly guide me on where to mostly locate the EC 170 train to Berlin ( coming from Hungary) ? Are the platforms different for each time ? Also which level is the common one for the EC 170 ?
We have a very short window for change and hoping to be prepared before hand so as to not miss the train. Thank you in advance :)
Written July 22, 2017
It's very off putting the way it's on the screen. If you are on main concourse watch for announcement of platform number- normally 15 mins before departure. When pkatgormnus announced you go up one level and go right or left depending on direction nth or sth.
It's easy.
Written July 22, 2017
Can someone kindly guide me on where to mostly locate the EC 170 train to Berlin ( coming from Hungary) ? Are the platforms different for each time ? Also which level is the common one for the EC 170 ?
We have a very short window for change and hoping to be prepared before hand so as to not miss the train. Thank you in advance :)
Written July 22, 2017
Staff in information centre were very helpful with us when we bought tickets at the station. After paying for tickets we asked usual follow up of which platform and found they have no idea in there and watch information boards. If it helps when you stand looking at info boards there is a 'tunnel ' in front of you We split up and one watched the boards while other familiarised ourselves with the several platforms that lead off at right angles to that tunnel. Found it in good time as boards changed about fifteen minutes before train due and platforms all reasonably close.
Written July 24, 2017
There are baggage racks in the carriages. We had hand luggage which you can store overhead.
Written June 11, 2017
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