The average train between Zurich and Pilsen takes 11h 58m and the fastest train takes 9h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Pilsen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Zurich and Pilsen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 7:32 PM which arrives into Pilsen at 2:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Bregenz and take an average of 11h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Pilsen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Pilsen. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi station via Bregenz station and München Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.
Zurich to Pilsen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Pilsen train services, operated by Die Länderbahn, arrive at Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi station.
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The distance between Zurich and Pilsen is 442.9 km. The road distance is 543 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi via Bregenz, Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf in around 9h 54m.