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Villa Tugendhat
Villa museum by Mies van der Rohe, admired for pioneering modernist design and guided tours of its restored living spaces.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 26 m
Trains on 05 Sept
19
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plzeň to Brno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plzeň to Brno will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Plzeň to Brno you need to make at least one change.
IC 557+
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)
R 759+
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)
R 761+
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)
R 761+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
EX 351+
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)
EX 353 · RJ 253
IC 503 · RJ 277
IC 557 · EC 279
EX 351+
RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava)
R 759 · EC 115 · RJ 251Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plzeň to Brno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 241 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plzeň to Brno:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plzeň to Brno costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Brno take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 27m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £34. The journey takes 4h 17m versus 3h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with České dráhy.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Plzeň to Brno trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 503+ RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 8:00 Plzen hl.n. | 5h40 | 13:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 503 · RJ 277 | 8:00 Plzen hl.n. | 4h13 | 12:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 503+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:00 Plzen hl.n. | 7h40 | 15:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 503+ RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 8:00 Plzen hl.n. | 9h40 | 17:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 759+ RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 8:22 Plzen hl.n. | 9h18 | 17:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 759+ RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 8:22 Plzen hl.n. | 5h18 | 13:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 759+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:22 Plzen hl.n. | 7h18 | 15:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 759 · EC 115 · RJ 251 | 8:22 Plzen hl.n. | 4h51 | 13:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EX 351+ RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 9:00 Plzen hl.n. | 8h40 | 17:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EX 351+ RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 9:00 Plzen hl.n. | 4h40 | 13:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EX 351+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:00 Plzen hl.n. | 6h40 | 15:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 557+ RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 10:00 Plzen hl.n. | 7h40 | 17:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 557+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:00 Plzen hl.n. | 5h40 | 15:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 557+ RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 10:00 Plzen hl.n. | 8h40 | 18:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 557 · EC 279 | 10:00 Plzen hl.n. | 4h13 | 14:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 761+ RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 10:22 Plzen hl.n. | 7h18 | 17:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 761+ RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 10:22 Plzen hl.n. | 8h18 | 18:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 761+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:22 Plzen hl.n. | 5h18 | 15:40 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EX 353 · RJ 253 | 11:00 Plzen hl.n. | 4h13 | 15:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Trains from Plzeň to Brno run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Brno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brno trip today.
Villa museum by Mies van der Rohe, admired for pioneering modernist design and guided tours of its restored living spaces.
Main branch of the Moravian Gallery in a Baroque palace, showing design, fashion and visual culture in ambitious temporary exhibitions.
Art museum in a former governor’s palace with permanent collections and changing exhibitions spanning Czech and European visual art.
Lively main square framed by historic buildings, events and public art. A key meeting point and easy stop on any city-centre walk.
Brno’s central square with colourful facades, fountains and seasonal markets. A practical base for exploring the historic core on foot.
Leafy hillside park above the centre with paths, mature trees and open viewpoints. Ideal for a quiet walk close to major sights.
A rich Moravian beef soup with root vegetables, liver dumplings or noodles. A classic Sunday and festive starter across Brno and South Moravia.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings and cranberries. One of the most familiar Czech celebratory meals.
Roast duck with red or white cabbage and dumplings. A beloved traditional meal in Moravia, especially for weekend family lunches.
Refined restaurant serving modern Czech and Central European cooking in an elegant, contemporary space popular for dinner and special occasions.
Smart rooftop restaurant and bar with city views, contemporary cuisine and polished service, suited to a more upscale evening out.
Traditional Czech beer hall near the city centre, known for hearty Moravian dishes and fresh tank beer in a lively historic setting.
Budget-friendly by Central European standards; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in Prague, Vienna or Munich.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Brno hlavní nádraží -> Náměstí Svobody, Brno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plzeň to Brno 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 Brno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Plzeň to Brno trains use the Plzen hl.n. to Brno hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Brno-Černovice nádraží. Use this guide to compare Plzeň and Brno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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..
Brno hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka, Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grandhotel Brno, Hotel Continental, Hotel Slavia.
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží is 4 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Brno-Černovice nádraží is 1 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Černovice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
Available at Brno-Černovice nádraží: Parking.
Available at Brno-Černovice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
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