How to travel from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň

There are 2 options to travel between Karlovy Vary and Plzeň including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň is a train with an average price of kr125.

This is compared to other travel options from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň:

A train is kr113 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň costing on average kr239.

The fastest way to travel from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Plzeň take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 58m.

The distance from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň is approximately 40 miles (65 km).

The average frequency per day from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň:

• Trains mostly depart from Karlovy Vary, nádraží and arrive in Plzen hl.n..
• Buses mostly depart from Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží and arrive in Plzeň, Centrální Autobusové Nádraží.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with České dráhy to go to Plzeň by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Autobusy VKJ, Dopravní Podnik Karlovy Vary to go to Plzeň by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Karlovy Vary to Plzeň with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct trains per day with České dráhy.
• 1 direct buses per day with Autobusy VKJ, Dopravní Podnik Karlovy Vary.

Omio customers who travel from Karlovy Vary 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.