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The Czech Republic Plans Railway Modernization Worth CZK 72.2 Billion for 2026
The Czech government is investing a record CZK 72.2 billion (€3 billion) in railway infrastructure, including the Prague–Václav Havel Airport connection. The projects will enhance capacity, efficiency, and connectivity, supporting both passenger travel and international freight transport.
The Czech government, through the State Fund for Transport Infrastructure (SFDI), has allocated a record CZK72.2billion for railway infrastructure investments in 2026. This significant funding package aims to improve daily railway operations, support the modernization of key corridors, and strengthen the Czech Republic’s connectivity with European transport networks.
A large portion of the budget is dedicated to track modernization, maintenance, and safety improvements. Approximately CZK20billion will go toward essential track maintenance, hundreds of millions of crowns to station upgrades, and around CZK750million to enhance the safety of railway crossings. In addition, selected lines are planned for electrification, promoting greener and faster rail transport.
One of the main projects is a 15-kilometer section between the capital city Prague and the town of Kladno, which will also connect Prague with Václav Havel International Airport. This section will allow trains to operate at speeds of up to 145km/h, and upon completion between 2028 and 2030, it is expected to significantly reduce travel times, improving connections for both passengers and freight transport.
Other key projects include the modernization of the Plzeň–Nýřany–Chotěšov line, which will improve connectivity for international freight traffic to Germany, and the long-planned reconstruction of the Ostrava railway hub, an important node for domestic and cross-border transport. Work will also focus on increasing capacity and eliminating bottlenecks on main railway lines, ensuring smoother and more efficient operations.
For foreign companies and logistics operators, these investments send a clear signal that the Czech Republic is committed to a modern, efficient, and well-connected railway network that supports both passenger mobility and freight competitiveness. The combination of national budget allocations and strategic investments highlights the railway network as a key driver of regional economic growth.
Prepared by the team of foreign office CzechTrade Scandinavia
