Munich to Pilsen by train
Pilsen lies 222 km (138 mi) north-east of Munich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Germany and Czechia rail, over roughly 271 km (168 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Munich | Pilsen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Czechia |
| Population | 1.5 million | 187,863 |
| Elevation | 524 m (1,719 ft) | 316 m (1,037 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Plzeň hlavní nádraží, Plzeň-Křimice |
What changes when you arrive in Pilsen
Crossing from Germany into Czechia: money changes from the Euro to the Koruna (CZK); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +420; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q135231540.
Where to book trains from Munich to Pilsen
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Staying in Pilsen
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Common questions
How far is Pilsen from Munich?
222 km (138 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Munich; by road roughly 271 km (168 mi).
How long does it take to get from Munich to Pilsen by train?
About 2 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Munich and Pilsen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Pilsen?
The Koruna (CZK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.