Do you dream of a seaside holiday but dread the thought of spending long hours behind the wheel? We have a comfortable and eco-friendly alternative for you – travelling by train, which is becoming increasingly popular. And the best part? For this year’s holiday, you have a wide choice of destinations that are easily accessible by rail. Let’s take a look at where you can travel by train to the sea, how to plan your trip and what not to forget.
Summary for those who don’t have time to read the full article:
- Advantages of travelling by train: comfort, no driving stress, safety, ecology, new experiences and unlimited luggage
- Recommended destinations:
- Croatia – accessible with a transfer in Vienna, journey to Split from 2,076 CZK
- Polish Baltic Coast – direct Baltic Express from Prague to Gdynia in 10 hours, from 1,020 CZK
- Italy – accessible with a transfer in Vienna/Munich, journey to Venice from 3,109 CZK
- German Baltic Coast – with a transfer in Berlin to Rostock, from 663 CZK
- Bulgaria – longer journey (35 hours), three transfers, partial price from 727 CZK
- Belgian Coast – accessible via Germany and Brussels, journey approx. 16 hours
- Palić Lake in Serbia – a sea alternative with thermal water
- Practical tips:
- Book tickets in advance (at least a month ahead)
- Consider night trains to save time and money
- Don’t forget travel insurance (e.g. SafetyWing)
- Ticket booking: Czech Railways e-shop, the Můj vlak app, ticket offices or websites of foreign carriers (e.g. Italian TrenItalia or German DB)
Advantages of travelling by train to the sea
Travelling by train has a number of advantages over driving a car or flying, making it a truly enjoyable experience:
- Comfort and space – On a train, you have much more room than in a car. You can walk around, stretch your legs or visit the dining car. On overnight journeys, you’ll appreciate the comfortable beds where you can sleep and arrive at your destination well-rested.
- No driving stress – Forget about tiring driving, the danger of microsleep, nerves in traffic jams or searching for a parking spot. On the train, you can fully focus on your family, friends, or simply enjoy the journey with a book or a film.
- Safety – Rail transport is one of the safest modes of travel. You don’t need to worry about traffic accidents or driver fatigue.
- Ecology – For environmentally conscious travellers, the train is the obvious choice. Rail transport is far kinder to the environment than travelling by car or plane.
- New experiences – Travelling by train brings unique experiences. You can watch the changing landscape from the window, pass through mountains, valleys and historic cities. Every journey thus becomes part of your holiday adventure.
- Unlimited luggage – Unlike on a plane, you don’t have to worry about strict baggage weight limits or liquids in your carry-on luggage.
TIP: If you’re looking for train holiday packages, Invia has several options in their offer.
7 tips for train holiday destinations in 2025
If you don’t want to struggle to the seaside by car or are afraid of flying, we’ve selected 7 tips for holiday destinations you can reach by train.
The Croatian Coast
Croatia remains one of the most popular destinations for Czech tourists. Although in 2025 there are unfortunately no direct trains from the Czech Republic to Croatia, there are still comfortable ways to get there by train.
How to get there: From Prague or Brno you can travel to Vienna, from where there are direct connections to Rijeka, Zagreb or Split. The journey from Prague to Split takes approximately 19 hours with one transfer and costs from 2,076 CZK for a one-way ticket.
Recommended resorts:
- From Rijeka you can easily reach Istria (Umag, Poreč, Rovinj) or the island of Krk
- From Split you have excellent access to the Makarska Riviera (Brela, Baška Voda, Makarska) or the islands of Hvar and Brač
- From Ogulin you can continue to resorts from Zadar all the way to Gradac
💡Also read: Where to go on holiday in Croatia
The Polish Baltic Coast
The Polish Baltic Sea has been growing in popularity in recent years. It offers beautiful sandy beaches, pine forests and pleasant summer temperatures without extreme heat.
How to get there: You can comfortably reach the Polish seaside by train from Prague or Bohumín. The new Baltic Express train service departs several times a day from Prague and arrives in Gdynia in about 10 hours. The train also stops in Gdańsk, and you can continue on to the popular Hel Peninsula. The price of a one-way ticket from Prague to Gdynia starts at 1,020 CZK.
Recommended resorts:
- Hel Peninsula (towns of Hel, Jastarnia, Władysławowo)
- Tri-City (Gdynia, Sopot, Gdańsk)
- Łeba and the surrounding area with Słowiński National Park
💡TIP: The Polish Maldives – everything you need to know about them
The Italian Mediterranean
Italy is a country where you’ll find beautiful beaches, a rich history, outstanding gastronomy and a vibrant culture. Travelling by train to Italy offers unforgettable views of the Alps and the Italian countryside.
How to get there: From Prague or Brno you can travel by train to Vienna or Munich, from where direct, often overnight trains continue to Italian cities. The journey from Prague to Venice takes about 13–16 hours and costs from 3,109 CZK. You can reach Rimini in approximately 16 hours with prices from 466 CZK (partial fare).
Recommended resorts:
- Venetian Riviera (Bibione, Caorle, Lido di Jesolo),
- Rimini and surroundings,
- Cinque Terre.
💡Also read: The most beautiful places on Lake Garda
The German Baltic Coast
The German Baltic Sea coast offers idyllic seaside scenery, historic Hanseatic cities and a high standard of services.
How to get there: From Prague you can take a direct train to Berlin in approximately 4 hours, from where you can continue to Rostock, which is about 3 hours from the capital. The journey from Prague to Rostock with one transfer will cost you
Tips and Tricks for Your Vacation
Don’t Overpay for Flights
Search for flights on Kayak. It’s our favorite search engine because it scans the websites of all airlines and always finds the cheapest connection.
Book Your Accommodation Smartly
The best experiences we’ve had when looking for accommodation (from Alaska to Morocco) are with Booking.com, where hotels, apartments, and entire houses are usually the cheapest and most widely available.
Don’t Forget Travel Insurance
Good travel insurance will protect you against illness, accidents, theft, or flight cancellations. We’ve had a few hospital visits abroad, so we know how important it is to have proper insurance arranged.
Where we insure ourselves: SafetyWing (best for everyone) and TrueTraveller (for extra-long trips).
Why don’t we recommend any Czech insurance company? Because they have too many restrictions. They set limits on the number of days abroad, travel insurance via a credit card often requires you to pay medical expenses only with that card, and they frequently limit the number of returns to the Czech Republic.
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