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R 63718:041h50Plzen hl.n.19:54České Budějovice station£81One-way0 changes- R 63920:041h52Plzen hl.n.21:56České Budějovice station£81One-way0 changes
- R 63112:041h50Plzen hl.n.13:54České Budějovice station£91One-way0 changes
- R 63314:041h50Plzen hl.n.15:54České Budějovice station£91One-way0 changes
- R 63516:041h50Plzen hl.n.17:54České Budějovice station£91One-way0 changes
- R 6278:041h50Plzen hl.n.9:54České Budějovice station£101One-way0 changes
- R 62910:041h50Plzen hl.n.11:54České Budějovice station£101One-way0 changes
- R 63112:041h50Plzen hl.n.13:54České Budějovice station£91One-way0 changes
- R 63314:041h50Plzen hl.n.15:54České Budějovice station£91One-way0 changes
- R 63718:041h50Plzen hl.n.19:54České Budějovice station£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plzeň to České Budějovice
The cheapest option from Plzeň to České Budějovice is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Plzeň to České Budějovice among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 117 km
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2h 24m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Plzeň to České Budějovice train times
The table below shows live departures for Plzeň to České Budějovice trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| R 625 | 6:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 7:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 627 | 8:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 9:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 629 | 10:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 11:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 631 | 12:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 13:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 633 | 14:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 15:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 635 | 16:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 17:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 637 | 18:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h50 | 19:54 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 639 | 20:04 Plzen hl.n. | 1h52 | 21:56 České Budějovice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 779 · R 300779 · R 735 | 20:22 Plzen hl.n. | 3h51 | 0:13 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
| IC 567 · IC 300567 · R 737 · Os 8201 | 22:00 Plzen hl.n. | 6h51 | 4:51 České Budějovice station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plzeň to České Budějovice
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Plzeň to České Budějovice, including 5 direct trains, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Lowest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 22:59 |
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Train companies: České dráhy, České dráhy (ČD), ARRIVA Cz from Plzeň to České Budějovice trainsČeské dráhy, České dráhy (ČD), ARRIVA Cz trains will get you between Plzeň and České Budějovice from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plzeň to České Budějovice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plzeň to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plzeň and České Budějovice
Most Plzeň to České Budějovice trains use the Plzen hl.n. to České Budějovice station pair, with some services arriving at České Budějovice severní zastávka. Use this guide to compare Plzeň and České Budějovice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plzeň station do trains to České Budějovice leave from?
Getting to Plzen hl.n. from Plzeň city centre
Plzen hl.n. 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Spilce, U Salzmannů
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plzen hl.n.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Plzen hl.n.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plzen hl.n.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plzen hl.n.: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen hl.n.: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Central, Courtyard by Marriott Pilsen, Hotel Victoria.
Getting to Plzen zast. from Plzeň city centre
Plzen zast. is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Public transport options include:
Plzen zast. train station facilities and services
Plzen zast. has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plzen zast..
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Plzen zast..
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plzen zast.: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plzen zast.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen zast..
Getting to Plzeň-Jižní předměstí from Plzeň city centre
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí train station facilities and services
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which České Budějovice station do trains from Plzeň arrive at?
Getting to České Budějovice from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice train station facilities and services
České Budějovice 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 and drink
Food options include: Masné krámy, Restaurace U Solné brány
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at České Budějovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at České Budějovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice, Grandhotel Zvon, Hotel Budweis.
Getting to České Budějovice severní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice severní zastávka is 2 km from České Budějovice city centre. Public transport options include:
České Budějovice severní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice severní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Getting to České Budějovice, jižní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka is 1 km from České Budějovice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Bike Parking.
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