How to travel from Pilsen to Šumava National Park, Czechia

The distance between Pilsen and Šumava National Park is around 114km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Pilsen to Šumava National Park by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Šumava National ParkPilsen if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Strakonice and then to Lipka.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 910($37)

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Train and Taxi

Take the train to Horazdovice Predmesti then take a taxi to Šumava National Park.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 2,435($100)
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Drive

Drive to Šumava National Park.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance114km (71 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pilsen and Šumava National Park

There are several options for getting from Pilsen to Šumava National Park by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CZK 835 ($34) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 320 ($13).

The distance between Pilsen and Šumava National Park is around 114km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 91km (56 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Pilsen and Šumava National Park by train and taxi. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pilsen to Šumava National Park is to drive which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx CZK 320 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Pilsen and Šumava National Park, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CZK 835 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Pilsen and Šumava National Park. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pilsen to Šumava National Park. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Strakonice and Lipka. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Czech Railways and GW Train Regio a.s. run train services between Pilsen and Šumava National Park. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Pilsen and Šumava National Park. We recommend that you drive to Šumava National Park. instead which will take 2hrs.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Pilsen to Šumava National Park. We recommend that you take the train to Horazdovice Predmesti then take a taxi to Šumava National Park. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Šumava National Park is Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) which is approximately 136km (84 miles) from Šumava National Park. 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 Pilsen and Šumava National Park. The distance is around 114km (71 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pilsen to Šumava National Park is to take the train and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around CZK 2,435 ($100).

How do I get from Pilsen to Šumava National Park

Compare travel optionsbetween Pilsen and Šumava National Park

Transport options from Pilsen to Šumava National Park
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 45m
CZK 910($37)
every 4 hours141km (87 miles)
Train via Strakonice3hrs
CZK 835($34)
every 3 hours141km (88 miles)
Train and Taxi
2h 15m
CZK 2,435($100)
hourly122km (76 miles)
Drive
2hrs
CZK 320($13)
on demand114km (71 miles)

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Airports near Šumava National Park

The following major airports near Šumava National Park offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Czechia and internationally.

PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
136km (84 miles) from Šumava National Park
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
223km (139 miles) from Šumava National Park
OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
334km (208 miles) from Šumava National Park