Prague to Plzeň train with Arriva CZ

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Compare train and bus for Prague to Plzeň

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prague to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 84 km

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Train	Most popular Bus
€27 Average price	€5 Average price Cheapest
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Prague to Plzeň

Czechia

Trains from Prague to Plzeň run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €4

Distance

84 km

Average train duration

1h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

€27

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 32m

First train

06:05

Last train

06:05

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €4

Train providers: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy and Arriva CZ trains Prague to Plzeň

ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy and Arriva CZ trains will get you between Prague and Plzeň from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

Train information from Prague to Plzeň with ÖBB | Euro City (EC):

Average Duration: 1 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: €36
ÖBB | Euro City (EC) frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Prague to Plzeň

FAQs: Travel by train from Prague to Plzeň easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prague to Plzeň.

Cheap train tickets from Prague to Plzeň can start from as little as €1 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Prague to Plzeň is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Plzeň from Prague is on average 1 h 23 min for the 83 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Prague to Plzeň by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Prague to Plzeň leaves at 04: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Prague to Plzeň leaves at 22: 15.

Yes, there are 19 direct trains a day from Prague to Plzeň with ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or České dráhy. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from Prague to Plzeň you can take a train with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy or Arriva CZ. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Prague and Plzeň on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 15.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Plzen hl. N. Located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Plzeň from Prague is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Plzeň from Prague including taking a coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Prague to Plzeň

Prague

Plzeň

The major train station for departures in Prague is Praha hlavní nádraží. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Praha hlavní nádraží for your trip from Prague to Plzeň.

Praha hlavní nádraží Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Wilsonova 300/8, 120 00 Praha 2, Czechia

Phone Number

+420 221 111 122

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.

Dining

Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
Sushi Time

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

CZK 10

Hotel

Hotel Esplanade Prague
Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
Hotel City Central

Shower

Cost CZK 100

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
Hall 2: Metro connections

Public transit options for Praha hlavní nádraží

Metro: Line C
Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
Bus: Several lines available

Praha-Smichov Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

150 00 Prague-Prague 5, Czechia

Distance to city center

3 km

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