This Prague Metro Guide explains the fastest and most efficient way to explore the city. The Prague Metro connects major attractions, transport hubs, and neighborhoods through three color-coded lines, forming the backbone of Prague’s public transportation system. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or navigating daily routes, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Plan your journey easily and find all metro lines, stations, and transfer points with the Prague Metro Map (PDF).
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Line A (Green) - Line B (Yellow) - Line C (Red)
Valid for Metro, Trams & Buses
5:00 AM – Midnight
Fast travel across the city
The Prague Metro is one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel around the Czech capital. Clean, safe, and efficient, it connects many
The Prague Metro map is one of the easiest public transport maps in Europe to understand. The system is built around three clearly marked lines
Exploring Prague attractions by metro is one of the easiest and fastest ways to discover the city. Prague’s metro system is clean, reliable, and easy
Yes. The Prague Metro is simple, clean, and well-organized. Lines are color-coded (A – Green, B – Yellow, C – Red), signage includes English, and maps are clearly displayed in every station and train.
The metro operates daily from approximately 5:00 AM until midnight. After midnight, night trams and buses replace metro services.
Yes, the Prague Metro is considered very safe, clean, and well-maintained. Stations are monitored, trains run frequently, and crime levels are low. As in any major city, travelers should stay aware of their belongings during peak hours.
No, there is currently no direct metro line to Václav Havel Airport. However, you can combine the metro with a bus connection (such as Bus 119 from Line A – Nádraží Veleslavín) to reach the airport efficiently.
Prague uses a time-based ticket system valid for metro, trams, and buses. Most visitors choose the 90-minute ticket for short trips or the 24-hour / 72-hour pass for unlimited travel. If you plan to explore multiple areas in one day, a day pass is usually the most convenient and cost-effective option.
Tickets can be purchased from:
Yellow ticket machines inside metro stations
Tobacco shops and newsstands
The official PID Lítačka mobile app
