- Must visit
Brewery Museum
Modern interactive brewery museum in a 15th-century malt house, explaining beer-making history and daily life in old Plzeň.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€23
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 9 m
Buses on Sep 18
5
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Plzeň will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 buses from Nuremberg to Plzeň, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
FlixBus
(Amsterdam -> Prague)
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FlixBus · FlixBus
(Amsterdam -> Prague)
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price | €33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Nuremberg to Plzeň:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Plzeň costing on average €49.
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 3h 11m versus 2h 25m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.
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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Plzeň buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 1:10 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 2h15 | 3:25 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 2h20 | 6:00 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 5h50 | 12:15 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 2h35 | 1:50 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 2h45 | 5:40 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Nuremberg to Plzeň run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Modern interactive brewery museum in a 15th-century malt house, explaining beer-making history and daily life in old Plzeň.
Major regional museum with archaeology, applied arts, weapons and civic history, housed in a remarkable historic building.
Popular puppetry museum in the old town presenting Czech marionette traditions, stagecraft and family-friendly exhibits.
Plzeň’s main square, lined with major monuments and colorful facades. The essential starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic pedestrian street linking the station area with the center, valued for architecture, shops and an everyday city atmosphere.
Large urban park with mature trees, paths and open lawns. A favorite local place for walks close to the old town.
Bottom-fermented pale lager first brewed in Plzeň in 1842. Its soft water, Saaz hops, and triple decoction made the city world-famous.
Crisp fried cheese, usually Edam, served with tartar sauce and potatoes. A classic Czech pub meal commonly eaten in Plzeň.
Beef goulash slow-cooked with onions and paprika, often served with bread dumplings. A staple in Czech beer halls across Plzeň.
Refined fine dining with seasonal tasting menus, polished service, and a modern setting inside Hotel Rous.
Historic brewery restaurant beside Pilsner Urquell. Best for unfiltered tank beer and classic Czech dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Traditional Plzeň beer hall known for Pilsner Urquell, hearty Czech meals, and a classic local pub atmosphere.
Moderate for Czech city travel: hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Prague, but tourist areas and brewery venues can cost more.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, often by rounding up. Round up small taxi fares. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží -> Náměstí Republiky, Plzeň
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Plzeň by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plzeň, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Plzeň buses use the Nürnberg, ZOB to Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Plzeň bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nürnberg, ZOB is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bakery (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg, ZOB.
Available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi is 5 km from Plzeň city centre. Public transport options include:
Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars available.
Wi-Fi is available at Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi. ATMs are aTM available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi.
Available at Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen, Centralni Autobusove Nadrazi: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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