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

The cheapest way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim is to train and bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Pilsen and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Pilsen to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Forchheim via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Pilsen to Forchheim?

The distance between Pilsen and Forchheim is 233 km. The road distance is 198.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim without a car is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs €26 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Pilsen to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pilsen to Forchheim train from?

Pilsen to Forchheim train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Pilsen to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs €26 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Pilsen to Forchheim train arrive?

Pilsen to Forchheim train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Schwandorf station.

Can I drive from Pilsen to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Pilsen to Forchheim is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Pilsen to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 725+ hotels available in Forchheim.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pilsen to Forchheim by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plzeň to Nuremberg central bus stationN168 / ...
3h 4m
€27–54
Train
1. Take the train from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi to SchwandorfEc
2. Take the train from Schwandorf to Nürnberg HbfRe40 / ...
4h 48m
€59–83
Drive 198.8 km
1. Drive from Pilsen to Forchheim198.8 km
2h 26m
€31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plzen-Jizni Predmesti to ChebIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Cheb to Bamberg train station068
6h 8m
€28–43

Pilsen to Forchheim by bus and train

23Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.1 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Pilsen, Czechia and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Plzeň to Nuremberg central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 2h 25m. RegioJet also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi to Forchheim via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 48m.

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