Prague Metro Guide

You are required to have a valid ticket on you at all times while on the metro.  Random ticket inspections are done regularly and if you are found without a valid fare, you will be fined 800CZK ($35) increasing to 1500CZK ($66) if paid after 15 days.

1) Fares

Single tickets good for 30 minutes travel are 24CZK ($1).  You can also opt for tickets good for 90 minutes travel for 32CZK ($1.50).  Children aged 10-15 are half price while seniors and children under 10 can travel for free.

2) Day Passes

Both 1 day and 3 day passes are available for 110CZK ($4.85) and 310CZK ($13.70) respectively.  They are both good for unlimited travel on the Prague Metro from the time they are validated to the time they expire.

Each metro station has vending machines for buying tickets.  You can also purchase tickets at almost in any tobacco shop.  After purchasing your ticket, make sure to validate it by punching it in the orange machine at the top of the escalators at the Metro station or inside trams and buses.

1) At the station

You'll find all signage, including the self service machines, is in both Czech and English and the directional arrows to the different metro lines are all color coded so don't worry about a language barrier.

Validate your ticket or pass when you pass through the gate to the metro and hold on to your ticket until you have exited the metro as ticket inspectors may ask you to show proof of purchase.

2) Find your train

To find your train line just follow the colored directional arrows and signs.  As each line has trains going in two different directions, check the directional map on the wall to make sure you're heading the right way.

3) Exiting the station

Once you've arrived at your final destination, find your desired exit and insert your ticket into the turnstile to leave the station.

Most trips will involve transferring from one line to another.  When you get off at your transfer station, follow the colored directional signage leading you to your next line.  Again, make sure you’re going in the right direction and off you go.