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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 20
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jena to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Plzeň will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Jena to Plzeň, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 51 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jena to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a train costs an average of €81.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m 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 Jena to Plzeň:
A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jena to Plzeň costing on average €81.
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 32m.
Tickets start at around €81 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-44.54. The journey takes 5h 8m versus 3h 22m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Jena to Plzeň trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:22 PM Jena | 5h25 | 5:47 PM Plzeň | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 2:22 PM Jena | 5h25 | 7:47 PM Plzeň | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Jena | 5h25 | 9:47 PM Plzeň | 4 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:56 AM Jena | 5h51 | 1:47 PM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Jena to Plzeň run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 16:38. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 8:04 AM |
Last train 4:38 PM |
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Modern interactive brewery museum in a 15th-century malt house, explaining beer-making history and daily life in old Plzeň.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jena 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 Jena to Plzeň trains use the Jena West to Plzen hl.n. station pair. Use this guide to compare Jena and Plzeň train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Jena West is 1 km from Jena city centre. Public transport options include:
Jena West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafe RIVA, Portofino, Wein-Tanne, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Jena West. ATMs are available at Jena West.
Ticket office support is available at Jena West. Information desks are available at Jena West.
Luggage storage is available at Jena West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jena West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jena West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena West.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Thüringer Hof, Hotel Vielharmonie, Hotel Rasenmühle.
Jena Saalbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Trattoria Italia, Zur Wartburg, Wein-Tanne, Bauersfeld
Wi-Fi is available at Jena Saalbahnhof. ATMs are available at Jena Saalbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Jena Saalbahnhof. Information desks are available at Jena Saalbahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Jena Saalbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jena Saalbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jena Saalbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena Saalbahnhof.
Jena Paradies has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafe RIVA, Portofino, Wein-Tanne, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Jena Paradies. ATMs are available at Jena Paradies.
Ticket office support is available at Jena Paradies. Information desks are available at Jena Paradies.
Luggage storage is available at Jena Paradies. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jena Paradies: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jena Paradies: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena Paradies.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Thüringer Hof, Hotel Vielharmonie, Hotel Rasenmühle.
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.
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