The Prague metro has three lines, covers the city centre efficiently and is cheap. It is the fastest means of transport for getting between the main tourist sights, and the network is small enough to understand in ten minutes.

This guide explains the lines, prices, how to buy and validate your ticket, and the stops that will interest you most as a traveller.

The three lines of the Prague metro

The Prague metro (Metro Praha) has three lines, identified by letter and colour:

Line	Colour	Route	Key stops
A	Green	Dejvická ↔ Depo Hostivař	Václavské náměstí, Staroměstská, Malostranská, Hradčanská
B	Yellow	Zličín ↔ Černý Most	Náměstí Republiky, Můstek, Florenc, Anděl, Smíchovské nádraží
C	Red	Letňany ↔ Háje	Hlavní nádraží, Muzeum, I. P. Pavlova,Vyšehrad, Pankrác

The three lines have interchange points:

Můstek, interchange A + B (historic centre)
Muzeum, interchange A + C (Wenceslas Square)
Florenc, interchange B + C (bus station)

For most travellers, daily movement takes place almost entirely on lines A and B.

The most important stops for travellers

Staroměstská (Line A), The most central stop for travellers: a 5-minute walk from Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge and the Jewish Quarter. First choice if your accommodation is in the historic centre.

Náměstí Republiky (Line B), Next to the Municipal House (Obecní dům) and the Powder Tower.

Hradčanská (Line A), The most direct option for getting up to Prague Castle. From here, about 15 minutes on foot to the main entrance.

Malostranská (Line A), Malá Strana (the Lesser Town), at the foot of the Castle. A convenient starting point for visiting Charles Bridge from the Castle side.

Václavské náměstí (Line A) / Muzeum (A + C), Wenceslas Square. Two stations give access to it: Václavské náměstí at the lower end and Muzeum at the upper end.

Hlavní nádraží (Line C), Prague's Central Station. If you arrive by train from the airport or from other cities, this is your entrance to the metro.

Vyšehrad (Line C), The Vyšehrad fortress, south of the centre. A direct stop with no need to walk from the centre.

Ticket prices (2026)

Prague metro tickets are also valid for trams and buses, it is an integrated public transport system (PID). The Petřín funicular only accepts 24-hour or 72-hour tickets (30-minute and 90-minute tickets are not valid on the funicular).

Since January 2026, prices vary depending on how you buy your ticket. The PID Lítačka app is the cheapest option; paper tickets are the most common for travellers:

Ticket type	Paper	Lítačka app	When to use it
Short ticket (30 min, no transfer)	39 CZK (~1,55 €)	36 CZK (~1,45 €)	Direct, short journeys
Standard ticket (90 min, free transfers)	50 CZK (~2 €)	46 CZK (~1,85 €)	Longer distance journeys (i.e: from the airport))
24 hours	150 CZK (~6 €)	140 CZK (~5,60 €)	If you make more than 3 journeys in a day
3 days (72 hours)	350 CZK (~14 €)	340 CZK (~13,50 €)	If you are staying several days and travelling a lot

Prices effective from January 2026, verified with DPP (Dopravní podnik Praha). Check at the time of your trip as they may be updated.

Practical tip: The 24-hour ticket is good value if you make more than 3 journeys in a day. If you are only going from the hotel to the centre and back, the standard 50 CZK ticket is enough. If you download the Lítačka app, you save between 7% and 10% on every ticket.

Interior of a Metro stop with a train passing by

How to buy a ticket

Ticket machines, In all metro stations. They have an English interface (and several other languages). They accept coins and notes; some also accept cards. They are the easiest option.

Newsagents and kiosks (trafika), Newspaper kiosks and newsagents around the city sell tickets. Useful if you want to avoid queues at the machines.

Mobile app (PID Lítačka), The official app lets you buy and manage digital tickets. Available for iOS and Android. It requires registration with a Czech or European phone number.

PID offices, At the main stations (Muzeum, Můstek, Anděl). For travel passes or enquiries.

How to validate your ticket

This step is critical, the Czech system does not validate automatically when you go through the turnstile. You must stamp your ticket in the yellow validation machines located at the entrance to the platforms.

The physical ticket is inserted into the slot of the validator, which prints the start time on it. The digital ticket (app) is activated manually before entering.

Are there inspectors? Yes. Public transport inspectors in Prague are plainclothes, they do not wear a visible uniform. The fine for travelling without a valid ticket is 1,200 CZK (~€48) if you pay on the spot, or 2,000 CZK (~€80) if you do not pay within 15 days. It is not worth the risk.

The tram: better than the metro for the centre

The metro is fast for long distances, but for getting around the historic centre, the tram is better. Tram lines run through areas the metro does not reach, Charles Bridge, Malá Strana, the Castle area, the river.

The most useful tram line for travellers is the 22, which connects the centre (Staroměstská, Náměstí Republiky) with Prague Castle (Pražský hrad stop) via Malá Strana. It is the most comfortable way to get up to the Castle without walking uphill.

Metro tickets are valid on the tram, the same 50 CZK ticket covers both.

Metro timetable

The metro runs every day from 5:00 to 24:00. Outside those hours, the night bus service (N night lines) covers the main routes.

The frequency during peak hours is 2-3 minutes. During off-peak hours (outside approximately 7:00-20:00), 5-10 minutes.

The ODISEA meeting point and the metro

The departure point for all ODISEA tours and excursions is V Celnici 4, Prague 1.

The nearest metro stop is Náměstí Republiky (Line B), a 3-minute walk. From Staroměstská (Line A), it is about 8 minutes on foot.

If you are arriving at Prague airport (→ ES-46) (Václav Havel): the airport does not have a direct metro connection. The best option is trolleybus 59 to Nádraží Veleslavín (Line A) or a taxi/private transfer.

Frequently asked questions about the Prague metro

Is the Prague metro safe? Yes. The Prague metro is one of the safest means of transport in Europe. The stations are modern, well-lit and have security cameras. The most common problems are the same as in any European metro: keep an eye on your belongings during peak hours.

How many lines does the Prague metro have? Three lines: A (green), B (yellow) and C (red), with three interchange points (Můstek, Muzeum, Florenc).

Is the metro ticket valid for the tram? Yes. Prague's public transport system is integrated, the same ticket is valid for the metro, tram, bus and the Petřín funicular during its validity period.

What happens if I travel without a ticket? The fine is 1,200 CZK (~€48) on the spot, or 2,000 CZK (~€80) if unpaid after 15 days. Inspectors travel in plainclothes and carry out checks on any line and at any time.

How do I get from the airport to the centre by public transport? The airport does not have a metro connection. The most economical option is trolleybus 59 + metro A. For the full step-by-step, see our guide on how to get from Prague airport to the centre. Alternatively, a taxi or private transfer (~650-900 CZK to the centre).

What time does the metro open? Every day from 5:00 to 24:00. Outside those hours, night bus lines operate.

Which stop do I use for Prague Castle? Hradčanská (Line A) is the most direct, from there, about 15 minutes on foot uphill. Alternative: tram 22 to the Pražský hrad stop.

Can I pay for the metro with a credit card? At the modern ticket machines, yes. But not directly at the turnstiles, you need to buy the ticket before entering.

To find out what to do once you are in the centre, see our 2-day itinerary in Prague. To understand the currency and where to withdraw money: Prague currency and exchange guide.

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