- Must visit
Brewery Museum
Historic museum in a preserved medieval malt house explaining beer production and everyday life in old Plzeň.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Plzeň will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 6 buses that leave Munich for Plzeň on Fri, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 222 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
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FlixBusOmio 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 bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus 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 bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $160.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $309 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Plzeň:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Plzeň costing on average $36 (€29).
A bus is $282 (€231) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Plzeň costing on average $309 (€253).
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
Flight takes on average 9h 26m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 3h 56m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Plzeň buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 1:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 3h30 | 1:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h45 | 5:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 4h20 | 5:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 9:00 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Munich -> Prague) · (Prague -> Paris) | 4:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h50 | 12:20 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Munich to Plzeň run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Plzeň — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plzeň trip today.
Historic museum in a preserved medieval malt house explaining beer production and everyday life in old Plzeň.
Major regional museum with archaeology, applied arts, arms and local history collections in a grand Neo-Renaissance building.
Museum focused on the liberation of Plzeň by the U.S. Army in 1945, with military vehicles, uniforms and wartime memorabilia.
Plzeň’s grand central square lined with historic facades, markets and major landmarks, making it the essential starting point for visitors.
Elegant central park ring with mature trees, fountains and promenades, ideal for a break between old town sights.
Historic tree-lined promenade near the center, often used for strolling and city events, with easy access to key attractions.
The city’s signature bottom-fermented pale lager, first brewed in Plzeň in 1842 and famous for its crisp bitterness and golden color.
Marinated beef sirloin in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings and cranberry. A classic Czech celebratory dish.
Roast pork with dumplings and braised cabbage, one of the best-known traditional Czech pub meals commonly found in Plzeň.
Long-established restaurant near the main square, popular for its polished setting, reliable cooking, and Central European dishes.
Trusted Czech beer hall style venue focused on well-poured Pilsner, classic pub food, and a busy local atmosphere.
Large, established brewery restaurant at the Pilsner Urquell complex, known for Czech classics, tank beer, and a lively historic setting.
Generally cheaper than Prague. Meals, beer, and local transport are good value; hotels vary by season.
About 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, often rounded up. Tip taxi fares up slightly. No tip needed for counter service.
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