How to get to Plzeň from Frankfurt am Main

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Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £310.

Distance: 338 km

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£58

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Compare ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň

Compare the available ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is a coach with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň:

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň costing on average £58.

A coach is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň costing on average £310.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Coach takes on average 7h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Plzeň including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 4h 35m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň

How to get to Plzeň from Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň

Travel 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 Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Plzeň including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is a coach with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň:

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň costing on average £58.

A coach is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň costing on average £310.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Coach takes on average 7h 15m.

The Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň distance is approximately 338 km.
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Plzeň as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Plzen hl.n..
  • Coaches mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Plzeň by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH to go to Plzeň by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Swiss, KLM Cityhopper, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, TAP Portugal, CitizenPlane, Edelweiss Air to go to Plzeň by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 8 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Air Dolomiti.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Munich, Nuremberg, Vienna, Karlovy Vary. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Plzeň and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Plzeň, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Plzeň, you can explore the Plzeň Historical Underground with its extensive network of tunnels and cellars on a guided tour. Discover the vibrant Republic Square, the heart of the city with colourful buildings and a lively atmosphere. Visit the West Bohemian Museum to see regional history and art collections. Enjoy a performance at the J.K. Tyl Theatre, offering plays, operas, and ballets. Relax in Borský Park, perfect for picnics and leisurely walks. Among the best sights, visit the Pilsner Urquell Brewery for guided tours and tastings, admire the Gothic architecture of St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, explore the Great Synagogue with its Moorish-Romanesque design, engage with interactive exhibits at the Techmania Science Center, and visit the Plzeň Zoo for diverse animal species and botanical gardens.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Plzeň, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, and the Great Synagogue, along with enjoying the local beer culture and dining experiences.

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