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 5m.

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 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 5m.

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 Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf and Cheb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Pilsen?

The distance between Leipzig and Pilsen is 347 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 bus which takes 6h 5m and costs 600 Kč - 1 100 Kč.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m 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 bus which takes 6h 5m and costs 600 Kč - 1 100 Kč. Alternatively, you can train via Zwickau, which costs and takes 6h 28m.

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 Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof 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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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?

There are 224+ hotels available in Pilsen.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus N367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Plzeňbus N1315 / ...
6h 5m
Kč 617–1,009
Train via Zwickau
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
2. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Chebtrain Rb
3. Take the train from Cheb to Plzen-Jizni Predmestitrain Ic / ...
6h 28m
Drive 243.7 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Pilsencar 243.7 km
3h 8m
Kč 901–1,301
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 36m

Leipzig to Pilsen by bus

44Weekly Buses

6h 5mAverage Duration

Kč 617Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.3 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Plzeň via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Markt to Plzen-Jizni Predmesti via Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof, Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf, and Cheb in around 6h 28m.

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