Town in South Bohemia, Czech Republic
Getting around Český Krumlov
How to get around Český Krumlov
The Old Town is tiny and walkable. Direct buses from Prague and České Budějovice are the usual arrival; trains need a change in České Budějovice.
Ways to get around Český Krumlov
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | Free | Everything in the Old Town is within 10–15 minutes |
| Bus from Prague (RegioJet, FlixBus) | About 200–350 CZK | Around 3 h; book ahead in summer |
| Train via České Budějovice | About 100–180 CZK | Train to České Budějovice, then local train or bus |
| Canoe or raft on the Vltava | About 400–800 CZK per boat | Seasonal, roughly Apr–Oct |
Taxis in Český Krumlov
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing in town. A few local taxis wait near the bus station; agree the fare first.
Arriving in Český Krumlov
Via Prague Václav Havel (PRG)
Metro/bus to Prague's Florenc or Na Knížecí, then a direct bus 2.5–3 h, roughly 200–350 CZK. Linz (LNZ) in Austria is another option via bus.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU licences valid; others should carry an IDP. Zero alcohol limit, headlights on all day, e-vignette for motorways.
- Onward travel in Czech Republic: Dense, cheap rail network: České dráhy, RegioJet and Leo Express compete on Prague–Brno–Ostrava (Brno about 2.5 h). Buses reach Český Krumlov and smaller towns.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Český Krumlov?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing in town. A few local taxis wait near the bus station; agree the fare first.
What's the best way to get around Český Krumlov?
The Old Town is tiny and walkable. Direct buses from Prague and České Budějovice are the usual arrival; trains need a change in České Budějovice.
How do I get from the airport to Český Krumlov?
Metro/bus to Prague's Florenc or Na Knížecí, then a direct bus 2.5–3 h, roughly 200–350 CZK. Linz (LNZ) in Austria is another option via bus.
Is Český Krumlov walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- České dráhy (Czech Railways)
- RegioJet
- IDOS journey planner
- Motorway e-vignette
- Český Krumlov tourism
- Český Krumlov Castle
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