What is the cheapest way to get from Jena to Pilsen?

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Pilsen is to bus which costs 550 Kč - 1 400 Kč and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jena to Pilsen?

The fastest way to get from Jena to Pilsen is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs 800 Kč - 1 200 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Jena station to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Jena bus station and arriving at Plzeň via Praha, ÚAN Florenc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Jena West and arriving at Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Gera Sued, Kuerbitz and Cheb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Jena to Pilsen?

The distance between Jena and Pilsen is 272 km. The road distance is 222 km.

How do I travel from Jena to Pilsen without a car?

The best way to get from Jena to Pilsen without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Jena to Pilsen?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Jena to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jena to Pilsen bus from?

Jena to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Jena bus station.

Where do I catch the Jena to Pilsen train from?

Jena to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Jena West station.

Train or bus from Jena to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Jena to Pilsen is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 550 Kč - 1 400 Kč and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Jena to Pilsen bus arrive?

Jena to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where does the Jena to Pilsen train arrive?

Jena to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gera Hbf station.

Can I drive from Jena to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Pilsen is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Jena to Pilsen.

How do I get a train ticket from Jena to Pilsen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Jena to Pilsen?

Book your Jena to Pilsen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 221+ hotels available in Pilsen.

Jena to Pilsen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Jena to Pilsen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Jena West to Gera SüdRe3 / ...
2. Take the train from Gera Sued to KuerbitzRe
3. Take the train from Kuerbitz to ChebRe
4. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni PredmestiIc
6h 44m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Praha, ÚAN FlorencN69 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to PlzeňN1308 / ...
7h 5m
Kč 571–1,397
Drive 222 km
1. Drive from Jena to Pilsen222 km
3h 28m
Kč 821–1,185
Train via Hof
1. Take the train from Jena West to Gera HbfRe3 / ...
2. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Hof HbfRe
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to ChebRe
4. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni PredmestiIc
6h 48m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 271.8 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Jena, Germany and Pilsen, Czechia?

You can take a train from Jena West to Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Gera Sued, Kuerbitz, and Cheb in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jena bus station to Plzeň via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 7h 5m.

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