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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 Oct 21
$22
Average ticket price on Oct 21
$31
Fastest journey on Oct 21
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
5 h 55 m
Trains on Oct 21
4
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Plzeň is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Plzeň will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Wed, Oct 21, we found 4 trains from Salzburg to Plzeň, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 21 the direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Wed, Oct 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 14 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.








Trains from Salzburg to Plzeň run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 3:47 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Plzeň trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:08 AM Salzburg | 5h39 | 10:47 AM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Salzburg | 6h14 | 1:25 PM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Plzeň trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Plzen hl.n. station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Plzeň train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
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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