Need a Prague public transport ticket right now?
The easiest option for most visitors is to pay directly with a contactless card or mobile phone.
Prague also offers SMS tickets and digital tickets through the PID Lítačka app.
Option 1: Pay by Card on Board (Recommended for Tourists)
Most Prague trams and buses are equipped with yellow contactless ticket terminals.
Simply:
- Tap your contactless payment card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
- Select your ticket.
- Wait for the ticket to be printed or displayed.
This is usually the fastest and easiest solution for visitors.
Option 2: Buy a Ticket via the PID Lítačka App
The official PID Lítačka app allows visitors to purchase digital tickets directly on their smartphone.
Available for:
- iPhone (App Store)
- Android (Google Play)
Remember to activate your ticket before travelling.
Option 3: Buy a Prague SMS Ticket
SMS tickets are available by sending a text message to 90206.
SMS Ticket Prices
| SMS Text | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| DPT42 | 30 minutes | 42 CZK |
| DPT55 | 90 minutes | 55 CZK |
| DPT150 | 24 hours | 150 CZK |
| DPT350 | 72 hours | 350 CZK |
For 24-hour and 72-hour tickets, you must confirm the purchase by replying "ANO" (YES) to the confirmation message.
The ticket usually arrives within two minutes.
Important Information for Tourists
SMS ticket availability depends on your mobile operator and whether premium SMS services are supported and enabled on your phone.
If an SMS ticket cannot be purchased, simply use:
- Contactless payment terminals in trams and buses
- Ticket vending machines at metro stations and major transport stops
- The PID Lítačka mobile app
Do Not Board Before Receiving Your SMS Ticket
Passengers using SMS tickets may enter a tram, bus, metro, ferry or the Petřín Funicular only after receiving a valid SMS ticket on their mobile phone.
Where Are SMS Tickets Valid?
SMS tickets are valid throughout Prague public transport in zones P, 0 and B, including:
- Trams
- City buses
- Metro
- Ferries
- Petřín Funicular
Where Are SMS Tickets Not Valid?
SMS tickets are not valid:
- On regional PID buses outside Prague
- On trains within the PID system
- On the Airport Express (AE) bus
Lost Your SMS Ticket?
If you accidentally delete a valid SMS ticket, you can request a duplicate by sending:
DPTA to 9000603
A service fee of 3 CZK applies.
Ticket Vending Machines
Paper tickets can also be purchased from ticket machines located at metro stations, major public transport stops and selected tram stops throughout Prague.
Prague Public Transport Tip
For most visitors, contactless card payment or the PID Lítačka app is the easiest way to buy public transport tickets in Prague. SMS tickets are available but may not be supported by all mobile operators.
