How to travel from Šumava National Park to Zlin, Czechia

The distance between Šumava National Park and Zlin is around 391km (243 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Šumava National Park to Zlin 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 ZlinŠumava National Park if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Strakonice then Brno Hlavni Nadrazi and then to Otrokovice.

  • Duration8h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 1,280($52)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Ceske Budejovice then take the bus to Zlín.

  • Duration8h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    CZK 1,325($54)
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Drive

Drive to Zlín Zlín District.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Distance391km (243 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Šumava National Park and Zlin

There are several options for getting from Šumava National Park to Zlin by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CZK 1,280 ($52) and will take around 8h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 1,720 ($70).

The distance between Šumava National Park and Zlin is around 391km (243 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 294km (183 miles)

It takes around 8h 50m to get from Šumava National Park and Zlin by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Šumava National Park to Zlin is to drive which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx CZK 1,720 ($70).

The cheapest way to travel between Šumava National Park and Zlin, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CZK 1,280 ($52) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Šumava National Park and Zlin. It typically takes around 8h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Šumava National Park to Zlin. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Lipka, Strakonice, Brno Hlavni Nadrazi and Otrokovice. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 8h 35m.

Czech Railways run train services between Šumava National Park and Zlin. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 8h 35m, 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 Šumava National Park and Zlin. We recommend that you drive to Zlín Zlín District. instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Šumava National Park to Zlin. We recommend that you take the train to Ceske Budejovice then take the bus to Zlín. instead which will take 8h 50m.

The closest major airport to Zlin is Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) which is approximately 62km (38 miles) from Zlin. Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) and Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) 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 Šumava National Park and Zlin. The distance is around 391km (243 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Šumava National Park to Zlin is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 8h 50m and will usually cost around CZK 1,325 ($54).

How do I get from Šumava National Park to Zlin

Compare travel optionsbetween Šumava National Park and Zlin

Transport options from Šumava National Park to Zlin
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
8h 35m
CZK 1,280($52)
every 4 hours493km (306 miles)
Train and Bus
8h 50m
CZK 1,325($54)
once daily418km (260 miles)
Drive
4h 30m
CZK 1,720($70)
on demand391km (243 miles)

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Airports near Zlin

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

OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
62km (38 miles) from Zlin
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
71km (44 miles) from Zlin
PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
263km (164 miles) from Zlin