Venue & Travel

Travelling from Prague Airport to České Budějovice

For participants arriving at Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), travelling to České Budějovice is simple and comfortable using public transport and trains.

From Prague Airport to Prague Main Station

You can reach Prague Main Railway Station (Praha Hlavní nádraží) using regular Prague public transport (bus + metro), but the most convenient option is the Airport Express (AE) bus, which runs directly from the airport.

Travel time: 35–40 minutes
Frequency: about every 20–30 minutes
Ticket price: around 200 CZK (~ 8 EUR)
Tickets: available online, at the airport, or on the bus - how to buy.

Direct Train to České Budějovice

From Prague Main Station, take a direct train to České Budějovice.

Journey time: 1 h 35 m – 2 h depending on the train
Frequency: roughly hourly departures
Ticket price: starting at 250 CZK (~10 EUR)
Tickets and timetables: Czech Railways – ČD

Public transport in České Budějovice

During the conference, moving within České Budějovice is easy using the city’s public transport (buses and trolleybuses) - scheme of the public transport in České Budějovice (PDF). We recommend installing the IDOS mobile app or website to check schedules, stops, and routes in English. For navigation and finding stops, walking directions, or offline maps, the Mapy.cz mobile app is very helpful. Using both apps will make travelling around the city simple and convenient.

Accommodation and Restaurants

There are plenty of accommodation options in České Budějovice, ranging from hotels and guesthouses to apartments and private rentals. For convenience, participants can use platforms like Booking.com to find and book their preferred stay. The city centre is compact, making it easy to reach most accommodations on foot or by public transport.

České Budějovice also offers a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and bars, serving both traditional Czech cuisine and international dishes. Exploring local dining options is a great way to experience the city’s culture and flavours during your visit.

South Bohemian Region

The region and the city of České Budějovice have been evaluated as the best places to live in the Czech Republic in recent years. The country is situated in the heart of Europe and is considered one of the safest in the world. The city is situated 120 km from the capital, and its location allows for comfortable travel within the whole Czech Republic and Central Europe. Considering that we are also located close to the borders with Germany and Austria, the list of possibilities is truly endless.

With its beautiful mountain ranges, national parks, winding rivers, countless ponds and other amazing natural sites, the region never stops inspiring us, and it may just inspire you as well. Since the campus is also not far from the city centre, you can easily enjoy the historical atmosphere of the town and its vibrant nightlife, as well as numerous outdoor activities, including sports and hiking, and many festivals that take place throughout the year.

České Budějovice

České Budějovice is a statutory city and the main administrative, cultural, and economic centre of the South Bohemian Region, with a population of approximately 95,000. The city was founded in 1265 by King Otakar II of Bohemia and is located at the confluence of the Vltava and Malše rivers. Its historic centre, dominated by the large Přemysl Otakar II Square, is one of the largest medieval town squares in Europe and has preserved its regular medieval layout.

Today, České Budějovice is a vibrant university city with a rich cultural life and a long industrial tradition, associated with internationally known brands such as Budějovický Budvar and Koh-i-noor Hardtmuth. In 2028, the city will hold the title of European Capital of Culture, highlighting its growing international profile.

You can find more information here: https://www.c-budejovice.cz/en

University of South Bohemia

The University of South Bohemia was established in 1991, but it built on the foundations of the pre-existing traditions of educating teachers, experts in agricultural production as well as theological studies and the tradition of fisheries.

The core of the University was formed by the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Agronomy (both were active prior to 1991 as different institutions). The Faculties of Health and Social Sciences, Theology, and Biology (renamed as the Faculty of Science in 2007) were established alongside the founding of the University. The development of the institution was completed by the establishment of the Faculty of Arts in 2006 and the Faculty of Fisheries and Protection of Waters in 2009. However, the University remains committed to improving the education and research offered, and the history will most certainly continue to be written in the future.

You can find more information here: https://www.jcu.cz/en/

All images on this page are used from the official websites of the City of České Budějovice, the South Bohemian Region, and the University of South Bohemia.

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