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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen is to drive which costs 850 Kč - 1 300 Kč and takes 3h 8m.

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 8m and costs 850 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,Terminál Hlavní nádraží via Dresden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

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 Hbf and arriving at Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Hof Hbf and Cheb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Pilsen?

The distance between Leipzig and Pilsen is 299 km. The road distance is 243.7 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 and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m 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 Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Pilsen is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Leipzig to Pilsen bus arrive?

Leipzig to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Leipzig to Pilsen train arrive?

Leipzig to Pilsen train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Hof Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Pilsen is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Leipzig to Pilsen.

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

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Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 226+ hotels available in Pilsen.

Leipzig to Pilsen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Leipzig 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden to Plzeň,Terminál Hlavní nádražíbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 2m
Drive 243.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Leipzig to Pilsencar 243.7 km
3h 8m
Kč 879–1,269
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Chebtrain Rb
3. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni Predmestitrain Ic / ...
6h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Dresden central stationbus N367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden to Plzeň,Terminál Hlavní nádražíbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 29m
Train via Zwickau
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
2. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbftrain Re3
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Chebtrain Rb
4. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni Predmestitrain Ic / ...
7h 17m
Train via Zwickau #2
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
2. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Johanngeorgenstadt, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Johanngeorgenstadt to Karlovy Varytrain Re
4. Take the train from Karlovy Vary to Plzen-Jizni Predmestitrain Ic
8h 31m
Kč 1,064–1,461

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leipzig to Pilsen.

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Distance: 299.1 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Hof Hbf and Cheb in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Plzeň,Terminál Hlavní nádraží via Dresden central station and Dresden in around 4h 29m.

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