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How to get from Cesky Krumlov to Hallstatt
Český Krumlov to Hallstatt is about 200 km, roughly 3 h by car or by door-to-door shuttle van via Linz. By train it takes about 5–6 h with several changes, ending at Hallstatt station across the lake, where a small boat takes you to the village.
Best option: Bus. A shared shuttle van takes about 3 h door to door with no changes, which suits travellers without a car.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Shared door-to-door shuttle vans run by several private transfer companies | about 3 h | one or more a day in season | about €50–80 per person | Book a day or more ahead; drop-off is usually at the edge of Hallstatt village. |
| car Via the border at Dolní Dvořiště, Linz and the A1 or local roads into the Salzkammergut | about 3 h | fuel plus an Austrian motorway vignette | Hallstatt is closed to visitor traffic; park in the car parks before the village tunnel. Czech motorway vignette needed only if you use Czech motorways. | |
| train Train or bus to České Budějovice, train to Linz, then via Attnang-Puchheim to Hallstatt station, plus the boat across the lake | about 5–6 h | a few workable connections a day | about €35–60 | The ferry from Hallstatt station is timed to trains. Check current timetables. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Book an early shuttle to reach Hallstatt before the midday crowds.
- If driving, buy the Austrian vignette online before you cross the border.
- Hallstatt rooms are few and fill up early; consider staying in Obertraun or Bad Goisern.
- Keep some cash for the small lake ferry from Hallstatt station.
Common questions
Is there a shuttle from Český Krumlov to Hallstatt?
Yes. Several private companies run shared door-to-door shuttle vans between Český Krumlov and Hallstatt, taking about 3 hours. Fares are roughly €50–80 per person. Book ahead, especially in summer, and confirm the pick-up point, as the old town of Český Krumlov is largely closed to traffic.
Can I take the train from Český Krumlov to Hallstatt?
Yes, but it takes about 5–6 hours with several changes, typically at České Budějovice, Linz and Attnang-Puchheim. Hallstatt station is on the opposite shore of the lake, and a small boat timed to the trains crosses to the village in about 10 minutes. Check current timetables, as connections are few.
How long is the drive from Český Krumlov to Hallstatt?
About 3 hours for roughly 200 km, crossing into Austria and passing near Linz. You need an Austrian vignette for motorways. In Hallstatt, visitors must park in the car parks before the village, then walk in. In peak season these fill by mid-morning, so arrive early.
Can I do Hallstatt as a day trip from Český Krumlov?
It is possible with a car or a private tour, but with about 3 hours each way it makes a long day with only a few hours in the village. Most travellers use the trip as a one-way transfer, staying a night in Hallstatt or nearby Obertraun, and continue to Salzburg the next day.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.