New rail service to connect Prague and Copenhagen after 10 years

WorldTravel
7 May 2026 • 7:08 PM MYT
The Independent
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New rail service to connect Prague and Copenhagen after 10 years

  • A new direct rail service, operated by Czech company České dráhy, has launched between Prague and Copenhagen, marking the first such connection in over a decade.
  • The service commenced on 1 May, initially running two trains daily with a temporary detour in Germany, making the journey slightly longer.
  • From 14 June, the service will expand to full operation with three daily trains in each direction, taking about 11 hours to complete the journey.
  • Tickets for the route, which passes through Dresden, Berlin, and Hamburg, start from CZK 1,600 (£57).
  • Passengers will travel on ComfortJet trains, featuring ergonomic seats, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a dining car, offering scenic views along the route.

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