Olomouc is Moravia's historic capital, a university city whose Baroque fountains, monumental column, and intact Renaissance town squares have earned it comparison with Krakow and Vienna. The Holy Trinity Column (UNESCO), standing 35 metres tall in the Upper Square (Horni namesti), is among the finest examples of Baroque religious sculpture in Central Europe. The city's 14 Baroque fountains (the second-largest collection in the Czech Republic after Kutna Hora's) give walking tours a distinctive rhythm.
Olomouc is 75 km from Brno and 275 km from Prague, making it a natural stop on a Moravia touring itinerary. The Premyslid Palace and Olomouc Astronomical Clock are within the compact historic centre.
Holy Trinity Column and Upper Square
The Upper Square (Horni namesti) is the centrepiece of Olomouc, with the Holy Trinity Column, the Astronomical Clock (a Socialist Realist redecoration of a 15th-century original), and the Town Hall in a compact walkable zone. Coaches park on Legionarska Street, a short walk from the square.
Baroque Fountains Walking Tour
Olomouc's 14 Baroque fountains -- including the Caesar Fountain, the Hercules Fountain, and the Neptune Fountain -- are distributed across the historic centre and Lower Square. A guided fountain walk takes 90 to 120 minutes and covers all the main squares. Minibuses handle this better than full coaches in the inner city.
Moravia Wine and Countryside (35 to 60 km)
The South Moravian wine trail begins at Kromeriz (30 km south-east, UNESCO archiepiscopal gardens) and extends to Uherskehradiste (55 km south-east) and the Slovacko folk wine villages. These are popular additions for heritage groups combining Olomouc with Brno on a Moravia circuit.
What Bus Hire Costs in Olomouc
As a rough guide, a minibus (up to 19 seats) in Olomouc runs around 6,900 - 12,000 CZK per day, a midi-coach (around 35 seats) around 10,100 - 17,800 CZK per day, and a full-size coach (49 to 55 seats) around 13,600-24,200 CZK per day. University term times (October to May) increase coach demand; the Advent Christmas market (December) also sees high demand. The final figure depends on your route, the date, and how long you need the vehicle. We confirm a fixed price with no hidden charges -- send your details for a free quote.
Services Available in Olomouc
Minibus Hire
8 to 24-seat minibuses for airport runs and smaller group tours around Olomouc.
Minibus hire details →Airport Transfers
Group transfers from Olomouc Airport (OLO, 8 km south-east) and Brno-Turany Airport (BRQ, 75 km south-west).
Airport transfer details →Wedding Transport
Wedding coach hire for castle venues, manor houses, and countryside estates near Olomouc.
Wedding transport details →Corporate Travel
Delegate shuttles and executive coach hire for Olomouc conferences and events.
Corporate travel details →Event Transport
Concert, festival, sports, and special event coach hire in Olomouc.
Event transport details →Quick Facts
- Olomouc Region, Moravia, Czech Republic
- Nearest airport: Olomouc (OLO, 8 km); Brno (BRQ, 75 km south-west)
- D1 motorway: Brno 75 km south-west; Prague 275 km north-west
- Right-hand traffic; coaches travel on the right
- Brno: 65 min; Prague: 3 hrs; Vienna: 2.5 hrs
Other Czech Republic Destinations
Bus Hire in Olomouc: Common Questions
Ready to Book? Get a Free Quote Today
Tell us where you need to go, how many passengers, and when. We will find you the best bus, coach, or minibus at the best price.
