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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Pilsen is to bus which costs 500 Kč - 1 100 Kč and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Pilsen is to fly and bus which takes 4h 20m and costs 1 800 Kč - 6 000 Kč.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Plzeň via Praha, Hlavní Nádraží. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Pilsen?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Vienna to Pilsen?

The distance between Vienna and Pilsen is 500 km. The road distance is 323.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Pilsen without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs 1 000 Kč - 2 900 Kč.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Vienna to Pilsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Pilsen bus from?

Vienna to Pilsen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Pilsen train from?

Vienna to Pilsen train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Pilsen?

The best way to get from Vienna to Pilsen is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs 1 000 Kč - 2 900 Kč. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 500 Kč - 1 100 Kč and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Vienna to Pilsen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Pilsen train arrive?

Vienna to Pilsen train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Pilsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Pilsen is 323 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Vienna to Pilsen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Pilsen?

There are 224+ hotels available in Pilsen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Pilsen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni NadraziRj / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni NadraziIc / ...
5h 45m
Kč 1,037–2,904
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Prague060 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to PlzeňN1308 / ...
6h 30m
Kč 503–1,090
Drive 323.1 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Pilsen323.1 km
4h 27m
Kč 1,263–1,824
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)VIE - PRG
2. Take the bus from Prague to Plzeň
4h 20m
Kč 1,843–5,927
Train via Gmünd
1. Take the train from Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof to Ceske VeleniceRe
2. Take the train from Ceske Velenice to Ceske BudejoviceRe
3. Take the train from Ceske Budejovice to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi624 / ...
6h 42m
Kč 1,022–1,613

Vienna to Pilsen by train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

Kč 1,037Cheapest Price

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Distance: 499.7 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Praha Hlavni Nadrazi in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Plzeň via Prague and Praha, Hlavní Nádraží in around 6h 30m.

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