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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Pilsen is to bus which costs 700 Kč - 1 200 Kč and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Pilsen is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs 1 600 Kč - 2 400 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Pilsen station. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Pilsen Central Bus Station via Frankfurt Central Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Nürnberg Hbf and Schwandorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Mainz to Pilsen?

The distance between Mainz and Pilsen is 452 km. The road distance is 447.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Pilsen without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs 700 Kč - 1 200 Kč.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Mainz to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Pilsen bus from?

Mainz to Pilsen bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Frankfurt Central Train Station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Pilsen train from?

Mainz to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Mainz to Pilsen is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs 700 Kč - 1 200 Kč. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 2 100 Kč - 3 600 Kč and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Mainz to Pilsen bus arrive?

Mainz to Pilsen bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Pilsen Central Bus Station.

Where does the Mainz to Pilsen train arrive?

Mainz to Pilsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Pilsen is 448 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Mainz to Pilsen.

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

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Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 218+ hotels available in Pilsen.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Mainz to Pilsen by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Pilsen Central Bus StationRegioJet 540
6h 35m
Kč 741–1,194
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf39 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Schwandorf
3. Take the train from Schwandorf to Plzen Hlavni NadraziRe
7h 22m
Kč 2,151–3,525
Drive 447.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Pilsen447.7 km
3h 49m
Kč 1,652–2,386
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)FRA - PRG
2. Take the bus from Prague to Plzeň
5h 29m
Kč 1,810–3,911
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Schwandorf
3. Take the train from Schwandorf to Plzen Hlavni NadraziRe
7h 42m
Kč 2,158–3,442
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Pilsen
8h 49m

Mainz to Pilsen by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 35mAverage Duration

Kč 741Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.1 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

RegioJet operates a bus from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Pilsen Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost Kč 600–1,000 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Nürnberg Hbf and Schwandorf in around 7h 22m.

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