How to Book Train Travel From Poland to Prague

Traveling from Poland to Prague is a breeze if you know a few useful tips. Train travel throughout Europe offers vacationers an easy and relaxing way of enjoying the scenery. Read on to learn how to book train travel from Poland to Prague.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer and Internet connection
• Passport

Book Your Train Tickets From Poland to Prague

1. Book your train tickets by visiting the RailEurope Web site. See the Resources section below for a link. You can also call (888) 382-RAIL.
2. Determine your budget and ticket requirements. Poland trains offer first- and second-class options, as well as couchettes and sleeping cars. The latter options are the most expensive, but offer the most comfort.
3. Know that trains in Poland offer standard seating and reserved seats. While the latter is more expensive, you can guarantee your seat and pick amenities such as window views.
4. Save money via a variety of discounts, including low prices for groups, children, students and senior citizens.

Journey From Poland to Prague

5. Make your way to a major Poland rail station. If you're traveling from a rural area, take an inter-city train to the closest major city, such as Kracow or Warsaw.
6. View the yellow signs to locate your platform, also called a "Peron."
7. Find the signs at the platform that indicate your boarding area. This will be determined by the car and seat assignment located on your ticket.
8. Arrive in Prague at the Hlavni Nadrazi station. All international arrivals come into this station.

Tips & Warnings

• Use online booking to purchase your travel tickets and enjoy access to Web exclusive discounts, specials and packages.
• Depending on your departure city from Poland, trips will take about half a day to complete.
• View a map of the city to find how to travel from the station to your final destination. There are many easy public transportation options available.
• Polish trains are often delayed. Call ahead to make sure that your train is still on time to avoid waiting needlessly at the station.
• Rail Passes are available but, you must book these in America before departure. Note that Rail Passes are not usable within the Czech Republic, and are only valid in Poland and other European countries.

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