How to get to Zlin
To get to Zlín by plane, you have a couple of options depending on your starting point:
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Fly to Brno-Tuřany Airport (BRQ):
Brno Airport is the nearest international airport to Zlín, located approximately 90 kilometers away. From Brno, you can take a direct train, bus, or rent a car to reach Zlín. The journey by road or rail typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours. -
Fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE):
Vienna Airport is another option, located about 200 kilometers southeast of Zlín. From Vienna, you can travel by train, bus, or car. The trip usually takes 3 to 4 hours, depending on the connection. -
Fly to Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG):
Prague Airport is a major international hub, located roughly 300 kilometers from Zlín. From Prague, you can take a train, bus, or rent a car. The journey takes about 4 to 5 hours.
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Train to Otrokovice (nearest main station):
If you're coming from Prague, Brno, Ostrava, or other European cities, you can take a long-distance train to Otrokovice, which is about 15 kilometers from Zlín. From Otrokovice, you can transfer to a regional train or bus to reach Zlín. The journey takes around 15–20 minutes. -
Train to Prague or Brno first, then transfer:
If you are arriving internationally, the most common route is to travel by train to Prague or Brno. From Prague, the train journey to Otrokovice takes about 3.5–4 hours, and from Brno about 1.5–2 hours. After arriving in Otrokovice, you can continue directly to Zlín by regional train or bus.
To get to Zlín by car is a convenient option, as the city is well-connected by highways and regional roads. Here’s how you can reach Zlín by car:
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From Prague (Czech Republic’s Capital)
Route: Take the D1 highway southeast from Prague toward Brno. Near Hulín, switch to Route 49 toward Otrokovice and then continue to Zlín.
Distance: Approx. 300 km (186 miles).
Driving Time: About 3.5 to 4 hours.
Tolls: The D1 is a toll highway; you will need a motorway vignette (available for purchase online or at petrol stations).
Directions: Follow signs for Brno → Kroměříž → Otrokovice → Zlín. -
From Brno
Route: Take the D1 highway east toward Hulín, then continue on Route 49 to Zlín.
Distance: About 100 km (62 miles).
Driving Time: Around 1.5 hours.
Tolls: The D1 requires a vignette.
Directions: Follow signs for Hulín, then Otrokovice, and finally Zlín. -
From Ostrava
Route: Take the D1 highway southwest toward Hulín, then connect to Route 49 toward Zlín.
Distance: Approx. 110 km (68 miles).
Driving Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours.
Tolls: The D1 requires a vignette.
Directions: Drive toward Hranice → Hulín → Otrokovice → Zlín. -
From Vienna (Austria)
Route: Drive north on the A5 toward Brno, then take the D1 highway east to Hulín, and continue on Route 49 to Zlín.
Distance: Approx. 200 km (124 miles).
Driving Time: Around 3 hours.
Tolls: Austrian motorways require a vignette, and in the Czech Republic you will also need a vignette.
Directions: Follow signs for Brno → Hulín → Otrokovice → Zlín.
Tips:
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Motorway Vignettes: Both Czech Republic and Austria require vignettes for using motorways. Make sure to buy them in advance or at petrol stations near the border.
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Parking in Zlín: The city center has paid parking zones and parking houses. It’s best to use designated lots, especially during working hours.
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