13 Best Places to Find Prague Transport Deals (Passes, Apps & Local Discounts)

Discover where to find the best deals on Prague transport. Learn about passes, apps, and tips for affordable travel in the city.

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13 Best Places to Find Prague Transport Deals (Passes, Apps & Local Discounts)

Prague’s public transport is excellent, frequent and—if you know where to look—very affordable. Use these official sources, passes, and apps to get the best value on metro, trams, buses, funiculars, and more.

1) PID 24-hour and 72-hour passes (best-value unlimited travel)

For most visitors, Prague’s time tickets are the simplest “deal”: unlimited travel on metro, trams, city buses, city ferries, the Petřín funicular, and suburban S-trains within Prague for a flat fee. Popular options:

  • 24-hour ticket
  • 72-hour ticket These beat paying single rides if you make a few trips per day. Current prices and coverage: See “Fares in Prague” by the Prague Public Transit Company (DPP). Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/fares/fare-prague

2) PID Lítačka mobile app (instant tickets on your phone)

The official PID Lítačka app lets you buy and activate single and time tickets (including 24/72-hour) with Apple Pay/Google Pay and carry them digitally. It’s the most convenient way to get the official fare and avoid reseller markups. Source: https://pidlitacka.cz/en/mobile-app

3) Prague Visitor Pass (transport + attractions in one)

If you plan to hit several paid sights, the Prague Visitor Pass can be cost-effective. It includes unlimited public transport (airport buses, metro, trams, funicular, ferries) plus entry to many attractions for the pass duration. Compare what you’ll visit to see if it pays off. Source: https://www.praguevisitorpass.eu/en

4) Contactless validators on trams/at metro (official price, no cash needed)

Most trams and metro stations have yellow contactless validators selling digital tickets at the official tariff when you tap your bank card/phone. It’s fast, multilingual, and avoids third-party surcharges. Learn how it works: DPP Tickets. Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/tickets

5) Official ticket machines and metro kiosks (paper or digital tickets)

You’ll find PID/DPP ticket machines across metro stations and major tram stops. They accept cards and sell the full range of tickets at official prices—useful if you prefer a printed ticket. Where to buy: DPP Tickets. Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/tickets

6) Prague Airport public transport counters (buy at T1/T2 on arrival)

Skip overpriced shuttles. At Václav Havel Airport (T1/T2 arrivals), official counters sell city tickets at the standard PID price and staff can advise the best option for your stay. Airport public transport info: Source: https://www.prg.aero/en/public-transport

7) Cheapest airport transfer: Buses 119 and 100 (included in time tickets)

The fastest and most economical way between the airport and the city network is:

  • Bus 119 ↔ Nádraží Veleslavín (Metro A)
  • Bus 100 ↔ Zličín (Metro B) These routes are covered by standard PID tickets and 24/72-hour passes—no surcharge. Airport guidance: Source: https://www.prg.aero/en/public-transport

8) All-zones day ticket for day trips (Prague + Central Bohemia)

Planning a day trip to places like Karlštejn or Křivoklát? PID sells all-zone day tickets valid across Prague and the Central Bohemian Region on regional buses and S-trains. It’s often cheaper than buying multiple singles. Check current zones/prices: PID (English). Source: https://pid.cz/en/

9) Petřín Funicular included in PID time tickets (great add-on value)

Riding to Petřín Hill? The funicular is part of the integrated system. 24/72-hour PID tickets cover the funicular at no extra cost, making it a nice “free” bonus for pass holders. Details: DPP Funicular. Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/funicular

10) PID/DPP information centres (in-person help and official sales)

If you prefer human help, visit information centres around the network (e.g., Můstek, Anděl, Hlavní nádraží). They sell tickets and can advise the cheapest option for your itinerary. Locations and hours: DPP Information Centres. Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/contacts/information-centres

11) Student, youth and senior concessions (check eligibility before you buy)

Reduced fares and, in some cases, free travel are available for eligible children, students, and seniors within PID. Rules depend on age, status, and ticket type; verify what you qualify for to avoid overpaying. Official details: DPP Fares (Prague). Source: https://www.dpp.cz/en/fares/fare-prague

12) Bike-share apps with seasonal promos: Rekola

Rekola (pink bikes) frequently runs Prague promotions—sometimes in partnership with the city—such as limited daily free minutes during the cycling season. Check the current Prague page or app for active deals. Source: https://www.rekola.cz/en/prague

13) Bike-share apps with seasonal promos: nextbike

Nextbike also operates in Prague and occasionally offers discounted or free short rides through seasonal campaigns. Review live offers and city tariffs in the app before riding. Source: https://www.nextbikeczech.com/en/

Quick planning tools

  • Compare routes and prices across operators nationwide (including Prague) with IDOS, the Czech journey planner. Source: https://idos.cz/en

Before you go

  • Always compare what you’ll ride and visit. For most city stays, the 24/72-hour PID passes are the best-value “deal,” especially with airport buses 119/100 included (sources: DPP fares; Prague Airport public transport).
  • Buy via the PID Lítačka app, contactless validators, or official machines/counters to get the correct tariff and avoid markups.