How to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Plzeň

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Plzeň among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł318 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł318, while a flight costs an average of zł2062.

Distance: 301 miles (485 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

zł2062

Average price

zł860

Average price

zł318

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Cheapest

zł493

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

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2h 0m

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8h 17m

Average total duration

7h 47m

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30m

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12h 43m

Average total duration

12h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.5 - 2.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň is a bus with an average price of zł318.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Plzeň:

A bus is zł542 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Plzeň costing on average zł860.

A bus is zł1744 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Plzeň costing on average zł2062.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 17m.

Bus takes on average 12h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Plzeň including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Plzeň among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 4m sooner (2h 33m by flight vs 7h 37m by car). Tickets start at around zł2062 compared to roughly zł493 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Hamburg to Plzeň

How to get from Hamburg to Plzeň by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:50 AM14h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:50 PMPlzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží
    2231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:50 AM14h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:50 PMPlzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží
    2231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS256 · OS649
    7:05 PM2h45
    Hamburg Airport
    9:50 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    10531One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 179 · R 748
    5:33 PM7h47
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:20 AMPlzen hl.n.
    3251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 385 · IC 550
    3:33 PM7h59
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:32 PMPlzen hl.n.
    4181One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 589 · 3577+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH363
    1:01 PM7h46
    Hamburg Hbf
    8:47 PMPlzen hl.n.
    4641One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:20 PM11h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    12:20 AMPlzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží
    2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM13h15
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    12:15 PMPlzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží
    2461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO396 · LO521
    11:25 AM5h55
    Hamburg Airport
    5:20 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    6081One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO396 · LO525
    11:25 AM7h35
    Hamburg Airport
    7:00 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    6081One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO396 · LO529
    11:25 AM10h15
    Hamburg Airport
    9:40 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    6081One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg to Plzeň

Travel to Plzeň easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Plzeň.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Plzeň including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň is a bus with an average price of zł318.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Plzeň:

A bus is zł542 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Plzeň costing on average zł860.

A bus is zł1744 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Plzeň costing on average zł2062.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Plzeň is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 17m.

Bus takes on average 12h 43m.

The distance from Hamburg to Plzeň is approximately 301 miles (485 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Plzeň is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Plzeň as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Plzeň:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Plzen hl.n..
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Plzeň, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Plzeň by bus.
  • Travel with České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) to go to Plzeň by train.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Plzeň often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Munich, Nuremberg, Vienna, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Plzeň and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Plzeň to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Plzeň, you can explore the Plzeň Historical Underground with guided tours of its tunnels and cellars, and enjoy the vibrant Republic Square with its colorful buildings. Visit the West Bohemian Museum for regional history and art, or catch a performance at the J.K. Tyl Theatre. Relax in Borský Park, perfect for picnics and leisurely walks. Discover the Pilsner Urquell Brewery with guided tours and tastings, and admire the Gothic architecture of St. Bartholomew's Cathedral. Marvel at the Great Synagogue's Moorish-Romanesque design, engage with exhibits at Techmania Science Center, and enjoy the diverse species at Plzeň Zoo.
You typically need 1 to 2 days in Plzeň to explore its main attractions, such as the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, the Gothic St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, and the historic Old Town.

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