There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Mannheim (Germany) to Prague (Czech Republic), taking between approximately 10 and 11 hours: Namely the EN 40459 and the EC 459. These lines are operated by ÖBB and DB.

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ÖBB

The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).

What types of carriages are available on ÖBB trains?

The ÖBB usually offer three types of carriages in their night trains: seats, couchettes, and sleepers.

What's the difference between seats, couchettes, and sleeper cars?

Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths, while the sleepers are equipped with proper beds and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes accommodate up to six people, while sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.

What amenities do sleeper cars offer?

They sometimes include a private bathroom or even a shower, sometimes only a sink.

DB

Does Deutsche Bahn still operate night trains?

Deutsche Bahn (DB) exited the actual night train business in 2016. However, it operates around a dozen Intercity and Eurocity trains that run exclusively at night.

What are the travel conditions like on these trains?

In these night trains, there are only first and second class seats. The lights stay on all the time and there is no way to recline the seats.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 40 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!

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Sun, 07.09.2025

from 50 EUR

Mon, 08.09.2025

from 121 EUR

Tue, 09.09.2025

from 40 EUR

Wed, 10.09.2025

from 50 EUR

Thu, 11.09.2025

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Fri, 12.09.2025

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