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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Pilsen is to rideshare which costs 119 Kč and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Pilsen is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs 340 Kč - 500 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Pilsen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Plzeň. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Pilsen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Prague to Pilsen?

The distance between Prague and Pilsen is 100 km. The road distance is 90.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Pilsen without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs 240 Kč - 900 Kč.

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

The train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Prague to Pilsen bus from?

Prague to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Prague station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Pilsen train from?

Prague to Pilsen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Prague to Pilsen is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs 240 Kč - 900 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 85 Kč - 170 Kč and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Prague to Pilsen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Pilsen train arrive?

Prague to Pilsen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Prague to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Pilsen is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Prague to Pilsen.

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

Book your Prague to Pilsen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 233+ hotels available in Pilsen.

Can I share a ride from Prague to Pilsen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Prague and Pilsen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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 Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ic / ...
1h 23m
Kč 240–900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Plzeňbus FlixBus N1308 / ...
1h 30m
Kč 85–170
Drive 90.8 km
1. Drive from Prague to Pilsencar 90.8 km
1h 1m
Kč 343–496
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Prague to Plzeňrideshare 90.7 km
1h 27m
Kč 119

Prague to Pilsen by train

231Weekly Trains

1h 23mAverage Duration

Kč 240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.9 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Pilsen, Czechia?

České dráhy (ČD) operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi hourly. Tickets cost Kč 240–400 and the journey takes 1h 23m. ÖBB EuroCity also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Plzeň 5 times a day. Tickets cost Kč 150–260 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.

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