Freight from Plzeň — engineering, Borská pole and the D5
Knapek Spedition moves freight from Plzeň (Škoda Transportation, Doosan Škoda Power, Borská pole zone) via the D5 and the Rozvadov–Waidhaus crossing (about 60 km).
Key facts
Distance from Břeclav
about 350 km
Border
Rozvadov–Waidhaus, about 60 km
Industry
heavy engineering
Plzeň means heavy engineering and the shortest route to Bavaria.
Shortest route to Bavaria
Along the D5 to Waidhaus; Nuremberg about 220 km.
Heavy engineering
Rail vehicles, turbines, heavy parts with crane loading, oversized cargo by arrangement.
Pallet transport from Plzeň
Plzeň sits on the D5 between Prague (90 km) and the Rozvadov crossing (60 km), so pallets from Borská pole often go straight on to Bavaria — Nuremberg is 180 km away. To Moravia they travel in groupage runs via Prague.
How pallet transport works and how many pallets fit in which vehicle is explained on a separate page.
Regular transport from Plzeň? We agree fixed loading days, rates for a longer period and transport there and back if needed — regular transport or get in touch.
About 60 km on the D5 to the Rozvadov–Waidhaus crossing.
Can you carry heavy engineering components?
Yes, loaded by crane, and oversized transport by arrangement.
Do you load in the Borská pole industrial zone?
Yes, we load full truckloads and single pallets in the Borská pole industrial zone.
How far is Plzeň from Břeclav?
Plzeň is about 350 km from Břeclav.
Which companies manufacture in Plzeň?
Among others Škoda Transportation (rail vehicles), Doosan Škoda Power (turbines) and Plzeňský Prazdroj; the large industrial zone is Borská pole.
Can you move an oversized turbine part?
Yes, with a permit and an escort depending on the dimensions.
How far is it from Plzeň to Nuremberg and Regensburg?
Nuremberg about 220 km, Regensburg about 180 km.
How long does the drive from Plzeň to Munich take?
Usually 4–5 hours of driving, depending on traffic.
Do you carry beverages from Plzeň?
Yes, beer and drinks on pallets within the Czech Republic and abroad.
Can you arrange customs clearance for exports outside the EU?
Yes, we arrange customs clearance for exports to non-EU countries.
How quickly can you provide a truck in Plzeň?
In Plzeň we can usually provide a vehicle by the next day.
Can you arrange a vehicle with a tail lift for shipments from Plzeň?
Yes. If a shipment from Plzeň is loaded or unloaded without a dock, we arrange a vehicle with a tail lift – just mention it in your enquiry.
Do you run from Plzeň to Slovakia?
Yes, via Prague and Brno, usually 1 day.
How much does transport from Plzeň to Germany cost?
The price of transport from Plzeň depends on the route, vehicle and volume; we send a quote within 30 minutes.
Do goods from Plzeň need customs clearance?
No. Goods from Plzeň are in free circulation in the EU – an invoice or delivery note and a CMR consignment note are enough.
Can you arrange regular transport from Plzeň, there and back?
Yes. We arrange regular transport from Plzeň on fixed days and, if you like, there and back: the vehicle delivers your goods and loads the next consignment on the way back, such as returnable packaging or goods for your warehouse. The rate is agreed for a longer period.
