How to travel from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov, Czechia

The distance between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov is around 297km (185 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Cesky KrumlovOlomouc if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Prague hl.n. and then to Cesky Krumlov.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    CZK 540($22)

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Bus

Take the bus to Brno Benesova Bus Station and then to České Budějovice.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    CZK 665($27)
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Drive

Drive to Český Krumlov.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Distance315km (196 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov

There are several options for getting from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CZK 515 ($21) and will take around 6h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 885 ($36).

The distance between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov is around 297km (185 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 231km (143 miles)

It takes around 5h 10m to get from Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov is to drive which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx CZK 885 ($36).

The cheapest way to travel between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CZK 515 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Prague hl.n.. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

RegioJet, Czech Railways, LEO Express, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) and PKP Intercity run train services between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov. Trains depart once daily and will take around 5h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov. It typically takes around 5h 35m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Brno Benesova Bus Station, Brno Zvonařka and České Budějovice. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 35m.

RegioJet and Tour Bus run regular bus services between Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov. We recommend that you take the train to Prague hl.n. and then to Cesky Krumlov. instead which will take 5h 10m.

The closest major airport to Cesky Krumlov is Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) which is approximately 145km (90 miles) from Cesky Krumlov. Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) and Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov. The distance is around 315km (196 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around CZK 540 ($22).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Olomouc and Cesky Krumlov

Transport options from Olomouc to Cesky Krumlov
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
5h 10m
CZK 540($22)
once daily442km (275 miles)
Train via Brno Hlavni Nadrazi6h 25m
CZK 515($21)
every 3 hours351km (218 miles)
Bus
5h 35m
CZK 665($27)
once daily297km (185 miles)
Drive
3h 25m
CZK 885($36)
on demand315km (196 miles)

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Airports near Cesky Krumlov

The following major airports near Cesky Krumlov offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Czechia and internationally.

PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Cesky Krumlov
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
178km (111 miles) from Cesky Krumlov
OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
293km (182 miles) from Cesky Krumlov