- Must visit
Pivovarské muzeum
Interactive museum in the former brewery right beside the Pilsner Urquell complex. Explains brewing history and local beer culture in context.
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Plzeň will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Munich to Plzeň you need to make at least 2 changes.
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355Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £117.
Distance: 222 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£26 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Plzeň trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 886+ 353+ 84317 | On time 6:09 Munich Hbf | 4h38 | 10:47 Plzen hl.n. | 2 changes | |
ICE 882+ 355+ 84321 | On time 8:05 Munich Hbf | 4h42 | 12:47 Plzen hl.n. | 2 changes | |
ICE 880+ 357+ 84325 | On time 10:12 Munich Hbf | 4h35 | 14:47 Plzen hl.n. | 2 changes | |
ICE 788 · 3569+ 359 | On time 12:06 Munich Hbf | 4h41 | 16:47 Plzen hl.n. | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Munich to Plzeň run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:00 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Plzeň — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plzeň trip today.
Interactive museum in the former brewery right beside the Pilsner Urquell complex. Explains brewing history and local beer culture in context.
West Bohemian museum with archaeology, applied arts and regional history collections. A strong choice for understanding Plzeň beyond the brewery.
Regional art gallery in a former Masné krámy hall, showing Czech art from the 19th to 21st centuries in an atmospheric historic building.
Grand central square framed by historic houses, the cathedral and town hall. The essential starting point for exploring the city on foot.
Historic shopping street linking the centre with the brewery area. Worth walking for elegant façades and a feel for everyday city life.
Large urban park with mature trees, open lawns and cultural venues nearby. A pleasant local favourite for strolling close to the centre.
Bottom-fermented pale lager first brewed in Plzeň in 1842. It is the city’s defining drink and the original Pilsner style copied worldwide.
Traditional Czech beef goulash, usually rich with onions and paprika, commonly served with bread dumplings in local pubs and beer halls.
Roast pork with dumplings and braised cabbage, a classic Bohemian meal widely eaten in Plzeň and across western Bohemia.
Refined dining room near the centre offering seasonal tasting menus and contemporary Czech cuisine in an elegant setting.
Popular local pub known for well-kept beer, grilled meats and hearty Czech favourites in an informal neighbourhood atmosphere.
Historic brewery restaurant serving fresh Pilsner Urquell beer and classic Czech dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
More affordable than Prague and many Western European cities; stays, meals and local transport are usually good value for tourists.
A tip of 5-10% is customary in restaurants if service is good. Round up in cafés and taxis, and confirm the total before the card payment is processed.
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Plzen hl.n. -> Náměstí Republiky, Plzeň
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Plzeň by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plzeň, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Plzeň trains use the München Hbf to Plzen hl.n. station pair, with some services arriving at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí. Use this guide to compare Munich and Plzeň train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Isartor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
München Karlsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München Karlsplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Karlsplatz. Information desks are available at München Karlsplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Karlsplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Karlsplatz.
Plzen hl.n. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Spilce, U Salzmannů
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Plzen hl.n.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Plzen hl.n.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plzen hl.n.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Plzen hl.n.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen hl.n.: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Central, Courtyard by Marriott Pilsen, Hotel Victoria.
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
ATMs are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: WC.
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Plzen zast. is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Public transport options include:
Plzen zast. has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plzen zast..
ATMs are available at Plzen zast..
Available at Plzen zast.: WC.
Available at Plzen zast.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen zast..
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