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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 06
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$28
Fastest journey on Sep 06
5 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
5 h 44 m
Trains on Sep 06
1
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 $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 1 trains from Salzburg to Plzeň, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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 train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $309.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $309 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Plzeň:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salzburg to Plzeň costing on average $43 (€35).
A train is $279 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Plzeň costing on average $309 (€249).
Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Bus takes on average 6h 41m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $59 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 5h 33m versus 3h 56m 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 Salzburg to Plzeň trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Salzburg | 6h47 | 12:47 PM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:11 AM Salzburg | 5h44 | 11:55 AM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Salzburg | 5h44 | 12:55 PM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Salzburg | 5h44 | 2:55 PM Plzeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Plzeň run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) 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 5h 44m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 3:47 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Plzeň — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plzeň trip today.
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, with some services arriving at Plzen zast.. 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).
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
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.
Plzen zast. is 1 km from Plzeň city centre. Public transport options include:
Plzen zast. has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plzen zast..
ATMs are available at Plzen zast..
Available at Plzen zast.: WC.
Available at Plzen zast.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plzen zast..
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