- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s largest museum, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections housed in the landmark building at Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plzeň to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plzeň to Prague will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 45 buses that leave Plzeň for Prague on Mon, Jul 13, 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plzeň to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plzeň to Prague:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plzeň to Prague costing on average $9 (€8).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 1h 25m versus 1h 12m 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, A-Express, BlaBlaCar Bus, Slovak Lines Express a.s..
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 AMI-Tour | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 04:48AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:28AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator A-Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator A-Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Plzeň to Prague buses for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:50 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 3:15 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 3:25 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h23 | 4:48 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Paris -> Prague) | 5:00 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 6:25 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Milan -> Prague) | 5:05 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h23 | 6:28 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h45 | 7:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 2h20 | 7:35 AM Praha, Černý Most | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h30 | 6:45 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 6:25 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 7:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 6:25 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h35 | 7:10 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
609802 | 5:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h20 | 7:05 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
609802 | 5:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 2h05 | 7:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h35 | 7:25 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 7:15 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 7:30 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h45 | 7:50 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h35 | 8:20 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 2h10 | 8:55 AM Praha, Roztyly | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 7:45 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 1h30 | 8:20 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 2h05 | 8:55 AM Praha, Roztyly | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h55 | 7:45 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 8:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 8:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 9:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 9:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h35 | 10:45 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 10:35 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 11:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 11:30 AM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 12:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 12:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 2:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 3:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 3:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 5:40 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 5:40 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
000217 | 5:30 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h45 | 7:15 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
000217 | 5:35 PM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 1h40 | 7:15 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h25 | 7:10 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h50 | 7:35 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží | 1h00 | 6:50 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Plzeň, Divadlo Alfa | 0h50 | 6:50 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Plzeň to Prague run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Prague’s largest museum, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections housed in the landmark building at Wenceslas Square.
Important museum complex preserving Jewish history and heritage through synagogues, ceremonial objects, archives, and exhibitions in Josefov.
Leading contemporary art space in Prague known for ambitious exhibitions, design, and architecture, including the Gulliver airship structure.
Prague’s ceremonial heart, ringed by historic buildings, churches, and the Astronomical Clock, always lively and visually striking.
Charming historic quarter below Prague Castle with Baroque streets, embassies, hidden gardens, and classic city views.
Major boulevard-like square central to modern Czech history, shopping, city life, and the approach to the National Museum.
Marinated beef sirloin with a creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry, and whipped cream. It is one of the most iconic Czech Sunday and festive dishes.
Roast pork served with bread dumplings and braised sauerkraut. This is a classic Czech pub and home-style meal strongly associated with Bohemian cooking.
Czech goulash is a rich beef stew seasoned with onion and paprika, usually served with bread dumplings. It is a staple of traditional Prague taverns and beer halls.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering contemporary Czech fine dining with seasonal ingredients, tasting menus, and a sophisticated modern atmosphere.
An elegant grand café offering refined Czech and Central European dishes, excellent breakfasts, and classic pastries in a beautifully restored interior.
A well-regarded Old Town restaurant focused on updated Czech cuisine, including svíčková and goulash, in a polished but approachable setting.
Moderate for Europe: beer, transit, and casual meals are good value; central hotels cost more.
About 10% in restaurants for good service, often rounded up. Tip taxis modestly by rounding up. No tip is expected for fast food, but small change is appreciated in cafés.
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