Hello all.
Is there anything important we should be aware of when moving between countries in Europe by train? We will fly into Prague, stay 4-5 days), then on to Budapest for a week. Train back to Vienna for a night or 2 and then take the OBB train to Venice for a few days before heading to Vicenza for awhile. Flying home from Milan at the end. We are familiar with Italy's train system, but wondering if anything special needed for the trains between countries, and how far in advance we need to book, if that's a concern at all. I know the OBB train to Venice will need to be booked ahead, but what about the others? Also, I know Vienna is between Prague and Budapest, but we have reasons for doing it in this order so it's intentional. Please advise if you have any tips or info that might be important to know as to booking or security, etc. - thanks!
Posted by
SE Pennsylvania
3363 posts
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Posted by
Republic of Texas / U.S.A. / Magyarország / Budapest
27166 posts
I would fly Prague to Budapest if you are traveling on a day with a morning direct flight. It will save 3 hours. Train is fine too. Shop the Czech Rail and MAV (Hungarian) and buy the cheapest. Get a seat reservation. Buy maybe 3 weeks prior to help ensure the best price.
Budapest to Vienna, shop OBB but I bet MAV is cheaper, again a seat reservation and 3 weeks prior.
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Republic of Texas / U.S.A. / Magyarország / Budapest
27166 posts
I'll send you a PM with a little more.
Posted by
OP
78 posts
Thanks all.
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Republic of Texas / U.S.A. / Magyarország / Budapest
27166 posts
From Prague you will arrive at the Eiffel constructed Nyugati Train Station. In front of the station is the 4/6 Tram that goes, among other places, to the Oktogon on Andrassy ut. Under the station is the M3 Metro which will take you to Deák Ferenc tér. The M1 Metro connects the Oktogon with Deák Ferenc tér (or just as good to walk); and the best place to stay while visiting Budapest, in my mind, is between the Oktogon and Deák Ferenc tér.
Posted by
Arctophilia (was 26, now x-27), Northamptonshire, England
37116 posts
just keep your passports handy
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Arctophilia (was 26, now x-27), Northamptonshire, England
37116 posts
inter-Schengen is pretty much the same as inter-Italy. Sometimes booking early saves money, and seat reservations can help with crowding.
Posted by
Freedonia
19371 posts
Theorectically, all of those countries are in Schengen so there should be no border controls between countires.
However, as Nigel stated, it's a good idea to have your passport handy just in case one country decides to re-enact passport checks on the train. (Like Germany is doing.). They will come on board. You won't have to get off.