- Must visit
Brewery Museum
Historic museum in a preserved medieval malt house explaining beer production and everyday life in old Plzeň.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olomouc to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olomouc to Plzeň will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 20 trains that leave Olomouc for Plzeň on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.
EC 114 · R 756
R 884 · IC 556
EC 296 · rj 254 · EC 354
R 898 · R 774
IC 546 · R 770
SC 504
rj 512
EC 296 · rj 254 · EC 354
IC 546 · R 770
EC 114 · R 756Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olomouc to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m 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 Olomouc to Plzeň:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Olomouc to Plzeň costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
The journey is about 13m faster (3h 38m by train vs 3h 51m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 (€23) vs $77 (€63)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with České dráhy, České dráhy (ČD).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Olomouc to Plzeň trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 898 · R 774 | 4:15 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h22 | 8:37 AM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EN 442 · EC 360 | 4:41 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 8:58 AM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 894 · EC 358 | 6:31 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 10:58 AM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
IC 546 · R 770 | 7:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:37 AM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
rj 512 | 8:11 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 11:58 AM Plzen hl.n. | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 892 · EC 356 | 8:31 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 12:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 144 · R 768 | 9:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 1:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 890 · EC 354 | 10:31 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 2:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 116 · R 764 | 11:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 3:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 128 · R 762 | 12:06 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h31 | 4:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 888 · EC 352 | 12:31 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 4:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 142 · R 760 | 1:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 5:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
SC 506 · R 758 | 2:11 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h26 | 6:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 886 · EC 350 | 2:31 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 6:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 114 · R 756 | 3:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 7:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
SC 504 | 4:11 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 7:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 884 · IC 556 | 4:31 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 8:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
EC 140 · R 752 | 5:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 9:37 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
SC 500 · IC 554 | 6:11 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 9:58 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 882 · Os 8870 · Os 7830 | 6:31 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h45 | 11:16 PM Plzen hl.n. | 2 transfers | |
EC 112 · IC 550 | 7:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h07 | 11:32 PM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
SC 240 · R 748 | 8:30 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 4h50 | 1:20 AM Plzen hl.n. | 1 transfer | |
R 900 · NJ 456 · Os 8804 · Os 7802 | 9:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 9h11 | 6:16 AM Plzen hl.n. | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Olomouc to Plzeň run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:53 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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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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