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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.
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Plzeň without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Nuremberg to Plzeň run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nuremberg to Plzeň.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Plzeň trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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R 3561 · EC 60355 | 9:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h17 | 12:50 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 3565 · EC 60357 | 11:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h14 | 2:50 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
3565+ 359 | 11:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h11 | 4:47 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
3565+ 361 | 11:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 7h11 | 6:47 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
3565+ 357 | 11:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h11 | 2:47 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
3567+ 359 | 12:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h11 | 4:47 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
3567+ 361 | 12:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 6h11 | 6:47 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 3569 · EC 60359 | 1:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h14 | 4:50 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 3573 · EC 60361 | 3:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h14 | 6:50 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 3577 · EC 60363 | 5:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h14 | 8:50 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Plzeň trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Plzen hl.n. station pair, with some services arriving at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Plzeň train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz.
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str..
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str..
Available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str..
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.
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Plzeň-Jižní předměstí has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
ATMs are available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí.
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: WC.
Available at Plzeň-Jižní předměstí: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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