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

The cheapest way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim is to bus which costs €17 - €29 and takes 4h 7m.

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 27m 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-Jizni Predmesti and arriving at Forchheim via Cheb and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Pilsen to Forchheim?

The distance between Pilsen and Forchheim is 235 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 and train which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 České dráhy (ČD), depart from Plzen-Jizni Predmesti station.

Train or bus from Pilsen to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Pilsen to Forchheim is to train via Cheb which takes 4h 50m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €29 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Pilsen to Forchheim train arrive?

Pilsen to Forchheim train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Cheb station.

Can I drive from Pilsen to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Pilsen to Forchheim is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Pilsen to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 333+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Pilsen to Forchheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Plzeň,Terminál Hlavní nádraží to Nürnbergbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Forchheimtrain S1 / ...
3h 5m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pilsen to Nürnberg Hbfbus
4h 7m
€17–29
Train via Cheb
1. Take the train from Plzen-Jizni Predmesti to Chebtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Cheb to Nuernberg Hbftrain 5282 / ...
4h 50m
€37–62
Drive 198.8 km
1. Drive from Pilsen to Forchheimcar 198.8 km
2h 27m
€31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi to Schwandorftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Schwandorf to Hartmannshoftrain
3. Take the train from Hartmannshof to Forchheimtrain S1
5h 34m
€66–105

Pilsen to Forchheim by train

49Weekly Trains

4h 50mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.4 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Plzen-Jizni Predmesti to Forchheim via Cheb, Nuernberg Hbf, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Pilsen to Nürnberg Hbf once a week. Tickets cost €7–14 and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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