Prague to replace Lítačka with new transport app in 2027

Prague commuters will need a new way to pay and plan their journeys from 2027, as the current PID Lítačka system is set to end. The city is preparing a replacement mobile application that aims to simplify travel for residents and visitors across the capital and the wider Central Bohemian Region.

The new app is being developed by Prague city company Operátor ICT (OICT) and is expected to launch on Jan. 1, 2027, with possible pilot testing a little earlier.

“We plan to complete the application by the end of this year so it can be launched in a pilot mode even before January,” said Jaromír Beránek, Prague’s deputy mayor and city councilor for transport.

The replacement app will include improved features for passengers, including support for “demand transport,” services that run only when requested by users. Beránek explained that this will prevent buses from running empty and make routes more efficient.

Fare management will also be simplified. The app will track journeys and calculate the most cost-effective ticket automatically after travel is completed. This could replace the current system, which often requires passengers to purchase pre-selected tickets.

Prague authorities hope the new app will eventually eliminate the need for paper travel documents entirely, making public transport fully digital.

The city is also coordinating the project with the Central Bohemian Region to ensure that people commuting from surrounding areas can benefit from streamlined connections and ticketing.

The move follows growing demand for integrated, mobile-first transport solutions in European capitals. While the Lítačka card has served Prague commuters for years, officials said it no longer meets the needs of a modern, connected city.

Residents and tourists are encouraged to prepare for the change, with city authorities promising public information campaigns and guidance ahead of the app’s rollout.

OICT aims to finish development by the end of 2026. Pilot testing may begin late this year, with full public access planned for early 2027. Commuters can expect digital journey tracking, real-time route updates, and fare optimization features as part of the new service.