- 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 on 22 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 22 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 22 Sept
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 22 Sept
1 h 23 m
Trains on 22 Sept
16
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Plzeň will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Tue 22 Sept, we found 16 trains from Prague to Plzeň, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 566
EX 362
R 778
R 776
Os 8804 · Os 7802
IC 566
EX 362
IC 564
EX 358
RJ 512Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m 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 Prague to Plzeň:
A coach is £0.47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Plzeň costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 30m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 11m 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 DSB, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, 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 Prague to Plzeň trains for today, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EX 356 | On time 11:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 12:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 768 | On time 12:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 13:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 562 | 12:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 13:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 766 | 13:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 14:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 354 | On time 13:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 14:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 764 | 14:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 15:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 560 | 14:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 15:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 762 | 15:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 16:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 352 | On time 15:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 16:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 760 | 16:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 17:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 558 | 16:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 17:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 758 | 17:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 18:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 350 | On time 17:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 18:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 756 | 18:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 19:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 504 | 18:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 19:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 754 | 19:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 20:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 556 | 19:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 20:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 752 | 20:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 21:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 554 | 20:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 21:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 750 | 21:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h33 | 22:38 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus 17110 · R 750 | 21:06 Praha-Smíchov | 1h32 | 22:38 Plzen hl.n. | 1 change | |
Os 8870 · Os 7830 | 21:16 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h00 | 23:16 Plzen hl.n. | 1 change | |
IC 550 | 22:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h27 | 23:32 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 748 | 23:46 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h34 | 1:20 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 22 September | |||||
Os 8804 · Os 7802 | 4:16 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h00 | 6:16 Plzen hl.n. | 1 change | |
R 778 | 5:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 6:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 362 | On time 5:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 6:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 776 | On time 6:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 7:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 566 | 6:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 7:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 774 | 7:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 8:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 360 | On time 7:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 8:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 772 | 8:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 9:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 564 | 8:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 9:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
EX 358 | On time 9:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 10:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
R 770 | 10:05 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h32 | 11:37 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 512 | 10:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1h23 | 11:58 Plzen hl.n. | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Prague to Plzeň run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 0:42 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Best time to book 56 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 Prague 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 Prague to Plzeň trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Plzen hl.n. station pair, with some services arriving at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí. Use this guide to compare Prague and Plzeň train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Smichov is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Smichov has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Smichov.
ATMs are available at Praha-Smichov.
Available at Praha-Smichov: Parking, WC.
Available at Praha-Smichov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Smichov.
Praha-Zličín nádraží is 9 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zličín nádraží has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zličín nádraží.
ATMs are available at Praha-Zličín nádraží.
Available at Praha-Zličín nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zličín nádraží.
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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