Hydrogen Stations Czech Republic. Map and List

DEALER	ADDRESS	CITY
ORLEN	K Barrandovu 1133	Prague / Praha 5
ORLEN	silnice č. 27, Záluží	Litvínov
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Hydrogen Stations in Czech Republic

The infrastructure of petrol stations in the Czech Republic has undergone significant development over the past decades. From the first traditional fuel stations to the introduction of hydrogen stations, the country has followed a path of modernisation and adaptation to new energy technologies. This article analyses the development of hydrogen stations in the Czech Republic, ongoing projects, and forecasts for the coming years.

Evolution since the First Hydrogen Station

The first hydrogen station open to the public in the Czech Republic was opened in 2009 in Neratovice, a small town north of Prague. This project was a pioneer in Eastern Europe and marked the beginning of a series of developments in the sustainable mobility sector in the country. Although demand for hydrogen was limited at first, the station remained a strategic point to promote the use of hydrogen vehicles.

Since then, the development of hydrogen stations in the Czech Republic has been gradual, with increasing attention from the government and the private sector towards expanding the infrastructure needed to support greater adoption of green vehicles.

Starting in 2010, several pilot projects were initiated to expand the hydrogen infrastructure in the country. The city of Prague saw the opening of a second hydrogen station in 2016, located in the Barrandov industrial area. This station was part of a larger project supported by the European Union, with the aim of creating a core network of hydrogen stations on major transport corridors.

In 2020, the Czech Republic had four hydrogen stations, distributed in Prague, Litvínov, Brno and Ostrava. These facilities were key to supporting the growing fleet of hydrogen buses and commercial vehicles, promoted by both private companies and government initiatives.

By 2024, the number of hydrogen stations in the Czech Republic has reached 10, with new openings in cities such as Plzeň, Hradec Králové and České Budějovice. These stations have been strategically located in areas with high traffic density and on routes connecting to other European countries, thus facilitating cross-border transport of hydrogen vehicles.

Current Projects and Forecasts for 2025

Looking ahead, the Czech Republic has ambitious plans to expand its network of hydrogen stations. By 2025, the country is expected to have at least 20 operating stations, spread across the country. Among the most notable projects are new stations in the cities of Ústí nad Labem, Karlovy Vary, Zlín and Liberec.

In addition, efforts are being made to integrate hydrogen stations into the country's main motorways, such as the D1 and D8, which will further facilitate hydrogen vehicle mobility both domestically and internationally.

Forecasts indicate that by 2030, the Czech Republic could have a network of up to 50 hydrogen stations, making it one of the leading countries in Central Europe in terms of hydrogen vehicle infrastructure.

Largest Operators of Hydrogen Stations in Czech Republic

In the Czech Republic, several major operators are leading the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure:

ČEZ: ČEZ is one of the largest energy operators in the Czech Republic and has led several projects related to sustainable mobility. Its hydrogen stations are mainly located in Prague, Brno and Ostrava. ČEZ has plans to open new stations in Olomouc and Liberec by 2025.
Unipetrol: Unipetrol, a subsidiary of the PKN Orlen Group, has been expanding its network of hydrogen stations since 2018. Its stations are located in Litvínov, Prague and Plzeň. The company plans to open additional stations in Hradec Králové and Ústí nad Labem in the coming years.
Bonett: Bonett is another major player in the Czech hydrogen market, with stations in Ostrava and České Budějovice. In 2024, Bonett announced plans to open stations in Zlín and Karlovy Vary, strengthening its presence in the east of the country.