Tips for travelling on public transit in Prague

Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, the city centre or the ZOO? Going to Prague for a visit and not sure how to travel by public transport? We have some tips, experiences and advice for you below!

Validate tickets immediately upon boarding! As a rule, if you buy a ticket before boarding, you need to validate it when boarding. If you purchase a ticket inside a vehicle (via the ticket machine there), it is already validated when issued.
When travelling by metro, tickets are validated in the vestibule (entrance) and not in the vehicle or on the platform.
The metro runs from approx. 4:30 a.m. to midnight.
You cannot buy a ticket from the driver/operator! Trams 41, 42 and K are the exception.
In Prague, you can also buy a ticket via text message (SMS). This option is available only for the numbers of Czech mobile phone operators.
An easy way to purchase a ticket anytime and anywhere is through the PID Lítačka app. Download it to your phone and pay for tickets simply by card.
It is possible to get around Prague at night using our night tram and bus lines. The night tram and bus numbers always begin with the number nine (e.g., Tram 97). Standard fares apply.
It is not worth it to travel without a ticket. The on-the-spot fine is CZK 1000.
You should be able to travel using public transit in Prague without cash. Most ticket vending machines, sales points and the DPP Info Centres accept cards.
Ticket machines inside trams and buses only accept cards, not cash.

Maps, transit route diagrams, information about connections and fares can be found at DPP Info Centres. You can also call our information line at +420 296 19 18 17 (Loss or finding of items).