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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Pilsen is to bus which costs 550 Kč - 1 200 Kč and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Pilsen is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs 850 Kč - 1 300 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz station to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Linz central train station and arriving at Plzeň via Praha, Hlavní Nádraží. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Ceske Budejovice. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Linz to Pilsen?

The distance between Linz and Pilsen is 260 km. The road distance is 217.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Pilsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs 750 Kč - 1 500 Kč.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Linz to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Pilsen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Linz to Pilsen train from?

Linz to Pilsen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Linz to Pilsen is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs 750 Kč - 1 500 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 550 Kč - 1 200 Kč and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Linz to Pilsen bus arrive?

Linz to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prague station.

Where does the Linz to Pilsen train arrive?

Linz to Pilsen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Ceske Budejovice station.

Can I drive from Linz to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Pilsen is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Linz to Pilsen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 220+ hotels available in Pilsen.

Linz to Pilsen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Linz 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 Linz Hbf to Ceske BudejoviceEc
2. Take the train from Ceske Budejovice to Plzen Hlavni NadraziRe / ...
4h 40m
Kč 758–1,416
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz central train station to Prague197
2. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to PlzeňN1308 / ...
6h 25m
Kč 574–1,178
Drive 217.7 km
1. Drive from Linz to Pilsen217.7 km
3h 10m
Kč 860–1,243

Linz to Pilsen by train

67Weekly Trains

4h 40mAverage Duration

Kč 758Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.3 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Pilsen, Czechia?

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Ceske Budejovice in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz central train station to Plzeň via Prague and Praha, Hlavní Nádraží in around 6h 25m.

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