Prague to Pilsen by train
Pilsen lies 84 km (52 mi) south-west of Prague, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 12 min at the speeds typical of Czechia rail, over roughly 102 km (63 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Prague | Pilsen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Czechia | Czechia |
| Population | 1.2 million | 187,863 |
| Elevation | 202 m (663 ft) | 316 m (1,037 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) |
| Stations on record | Praha-Žvahov, Praha-Čakovice railway station, Praha-Horní Počernice | Plzeň hlavní nádraží, Plzeň-Křimice |
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Common questions
How far is Pilsen from Prague?
84 km (52 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Prague; by road roughly 102 km (63 mi).
How long does it take to get from Prague to Pilsen by train?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Prague and Pilsen?
No, both are on Europe/Prague at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.