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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen is to bus which costs 600 Kč - 1 100 Kč and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs 900 Kč - 1 300 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Plzeň via Praha, ÚAN Florenc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Markt and arriving at Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Werdau and Cheb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Pilsen?

The distance between Leipzig and Pilsen is 292 km. The road distance is 244.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen without a car is to train via Werdau which takes 5h 45m and costs 1 300 Kč - 1 700 Kč.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Leipzig to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Pilsen bus from?

Leipzig to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Pilsen train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen is to train via Werdau which takes 5h 45m and costs 1 300 Kč - 1 700 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 600 Kč - 1 100 Kč and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Leipzig to Pilsen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Pilsen train arrive?

Leipzig to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Werdau, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Pilsen is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Leipzig to Pilsen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Pilsen?

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

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

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Train via Werdau
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Werdau, BahnhofS5x / ...
2. Take the train from Werdau to ChebRe
3. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni PredmestiIc
5h 45m
Kč 1,365–1,669
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Praha, ÚAN FlorencN367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to PlzeňN1308 / ...
6h 10m
Kč 614–1,015
Drive 244.5 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Pilsen244.5 km
3h 6m
Kč 901–1,301
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to ChebRe
3. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni PredmestiIc
6h 27m

Leipzig to Pilsen by train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

Kč 1,365Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.3 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Markt to Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Werdau and Cheb in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Plzeň via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 6h 10m.

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