Special lines IDS JMK
Go on unconventional trips to unconventional places with special IDS JMK lines - even abroad!
TURISTBUS
SEASON 2025
From Saturday 29 March 2025, the TURISTBUS will be going again connecting Podivín, Lednice, Hlohovec and Valtice with Schrattenbergem, Herrnbaumgartenem, Falkensteinem and Poysdorfem as line 555 during the tourist season on weekends and holidays. In Schrattenberg, you can change to the Austrian bus VOR 560 for selected connections, which continues on to Mistelbach.
On line 555, the number of connections from Valtice to the stop station Valtice celnice,(i.e. to Rajstna collonade) and further to Schrattenberg (Barefoot Trail) has increased. Bus lines to Rajstně and Schrattenberg are available on request (just tell the driver when boarding). For the return journey it is then necessary to call at least 30 minutes in advance to the phone number indicated in the timetable (+420 5 4317 4317 - choice 1 regional transport).
The ideal departure to Austrian villages is on Saturday and Sunday by train R13 from Brno at 9:33, in Podivín you can change to the connecting bus 555 direction: Lednice, Valtice, Schrattenberg, Herrnbaumgarten, Falkestein a Poysdorf. There is a tourist attraction in each of these villages and the timetables are designed so that you can visit at least two of them at once during the day.
For example, you can go to Herrnbaumgarten in the morning for a tour NONSEA (web) and in three hours move over via Falkenstein - Falkenstein Castle Ruinsin the Weinviertel (web) to Poysdorf to tour the exhibition Vino Versum (web). Alternatively, first drive to Falkenstein and from there to Poysdorf.
For a half-day trip, Schrattenberg is suitable, ideally in the morning by train R13 from Brno at 8:36 or 9:33, from Valtice continue to the bus station Valtice, celnice and from there around the colonnade Raistna along the Barefoot Trail from the hill to Schratteberg. From there you can take the 555 line back to Valtice, but beware, some lines are on call - you need to reserve them at least 30 minutes in advance by calling +420 5 4317 4317 choice 1.
The weekend timetable for line 555 can be found at: www.idsjmk.cz/turistbus
The connection on the Podivín - Lednice - Valtice - Schrattenberg - Herrnbaumgarten - Falkenstein - Poysdorf axis offers the opportunity to visit the Austrian border region for the price of a day ticket. On weekends, guests can recommend the 24-hour Pálava ticket, which is valid on trains and buses from Breclav to Poysdorf, Mikulov, Pasohlávky to Laa/Thaya. It costs 130 CZK and is valid for up to 5 people on non-working days, of which a maximum of 2 over 15 years of age. Dogs or bicycles can also be transported on the trains.
Expres Brno - Pálava (- Podyjí)
On non-working days, two R13 tourist trains depart from Brno. These are trains provided with modern red Moravia units, which have enough space for transporting bicycles or prams and no reservation is required.
The 9:33 train runs from the end of March to the end of October. It is followed at Šakvice by a reinforcement service of line 540 to Dolní Věstonice as a starting point to Dívčí Hrad and Pálava. In Podivín it is followed by bus 555 to Lednice, Valtice, Herrnbaumgarten, Falkenstein and Poysdorf. In Břeclav it is also connected to the low-floor red train S8 with plenty of space for bicycles in the direction of Valtice and Mikulov.
For people who like to get up early in the morning, from mid-April to the end of September, there is the R13 train departing from Brno at 8:02 a.m. The red train S8 in Břeclav connects to Valtice, Mikulov, Znojmo and Šatov.
Take advantage of the added weekend trains on lines R13 and S8 for more comfortable transport to and from Pálava.
Wine train | Zaječí - Kobylí - Mutěnice - Hodonín
In Zaječí and Hodonín, the red local line S52 connects to the R13 express trains from Brno and Olomouc. From the end of March until the end of October, it connects Zaječí - Velké Pavlovice - Bořetice - Kobylí - Čejč - Mutěnice and Hodonín every 2 hours on weekends. It is operated by low-floor trains with sufficient space for bicycles. On this route it is ideal to cycle between the vineyards and when we get tired of it, we will get on the train and after changing in Hodonín or Zaječí we will quickly get home.
What if we get lost in a pressing plant, wine cellar or vineyard? On Saturday there is an ideal solution - the last train to Brno leaves after 10 pm (beware, you have to change trains), the last train to Hodonín leaves around 9 pm.
Use the red S52 trains to go between the vineyards and the lookout towers.
Red trains of line S52 Hodonín - Zaječí run all year round on working days between Zaječí and Kobylí. On weekends they are extended via Čejč and Mutěnice to Hodonín. The S52 line follows the R13 trains in Zaječí and Hodonín. It runs several times a day along a romantic route between vineyards with magnificent views of the rolling countryside.
Austrian historic town of Retz
Retz is a beautiful historic town that is well worth a one or three hour visit. For example, , the windmill above the town or the wine cellars below the main square are interesting. Retz spoils its visitors with gourmet and wine experiences. We recommend a walk through the vineyards to the old windmill.
From Retz, the historic Reblaus Express Reblaus Express (web v češtině)tourist train runs regularly on weekends during the tourist season along the border with South Moravia. At its terminus in Drosendorf we can change to bus 816, which takes us to Vranov nad Dyjí and Znojmo.
Between Znojmo and Retz you can travel every two hours on comfortable lines with Austrian trains S82 at I JMK prices. The IDS JMK tariff is valid up to Retz. Then the trains continue to Vienna.
Krasobus
The seasonal tourist bus line, stylishly called Krasobus was created just for you, for visitors to the Moravský kras. It will not only provide more frequent and more comfortable transport connections for all tourists heading to the Moravský kras for experiences, but unlike the regular Blansko – Skalní mlýn bus line, this circular line ends at the bus station, so it will comfortably take you to the very center of Blansko.
From June 1 to September 31 you can use the KRASOBUS TICKET in Blansko, which is sold by the KRASOBUS driver. It is valid for 24 hours from the time of sale on line 226, so it is also valid as a return ticket and is also a discount voucher for various other attractions in Blansko and the surrounding area. Therefore, it is a good idea to buy it right on the way to Skalní Mlýn.
Line 226 Krasobus is part of the IDS JMK network and has been in operation every day since June and IDS tariffs apply.
It is possible to buy a regular one-way ticket from the driver for 12 CZK, as well as a return Krasobus ticket. It costs 30 CZK, discounted at 15 CZK. The discounted KRASOBUS travel document can be used by children and young people under 18 years of age, students presenting an IDS JMK, ISIC or student ID card and persons over the age of 65. . More at www.krasobus.cz
From Brno to Podyjí National park and the Vranov dam
Vranov nad Dyjí is one of the top tourist destinations. There are many interesting places, historical monuments, and the beautiful nature of the NP Podyjí. We must not forget the Vranov Castle and the Vranov Dam, which offer many opportunities for sports and cultural activities.
The thirty-kilometer-long South Moravian reservoir with clean and warm water is located in a beautiful valley below the proud Baroque castle of Vranov nad Dyjí and provides excellent conditions for swimming and water sports.The water quality in the Vranov Reservoir is among the best in the Czech Republic. Thanks to the pleasant temperature and good water quality, swimming is possible here from the beginning of June until mid-September. The sandy beaches with a gradual transition into the water are suitable even for less experienced swimmers, and if you stop enjoying the usual water games, you can try the local water slide. At the Vranov Reservoir you will also find a rental shop for boats, water pedalos and other sports equipment, as well as a number of seasonal accommodation and catering facilities. There are also excellent conditions here for lovers of yachting or windsurfing.
During the tourist season, you can use the express direct weekend connection of the cycle bus line 108 from Brno to Znojmo, from where the bus continues as line 817 through the Národní park Podyjí - Čížov - to Vranov. In the evening, the bus leaves again. This bus is also a cycle bus - it allows you to transport your bike to Podyjí from Brno without transfers and faster than by train.
In addition to the cycle buses, it is possible to travel from Brno to Vranov nad Dyjí by bus line 108 and in Znojmo change to line 816, which goes to Vranov nad Dyjí and sometimes as far as Vratěnín and Drosendorf. Buses from Vranov nad Dyjí to Znojmo or Brno depart at 2, 4 and 6 pm.
From Znojmo to Drosendorf, Austria
Let's take a ride through the beautiful landscape of Podyjí and Waldviertel. In Drosendorf we will change to the tourist train Reblaus Expres (not included in the IDS JMK tariff), take it to Retz and from there back to Znojmo in the IDS JMK tariff.
Especially from May to October, we can change from line 816 in Drosendorf on weekends to the Austrian tourist train Reblaus Expres. On it, you can taste local quality wines and take a ride along the route to Langau and from there walk back to Šafov on the IDS JMK bus towards Znojmo or take it to Retz and from there return by train S82 to Znojmo. IDS JMK tickets are not valid on the Reblaus Expres. In addition to the tourist routes in the Waldviertler region, there are other well-marked trails for hiking and Nordic walking (630 Thayatalweg, 632 Nepomukweg, 633 Thaya-Taffa-Wild Rundwanderweg) and nature trails within the protected area of the Thayatal National Park or in Natura 2000 sites.
Two or three times a day you can set off from Znojmo via Vranov nad Dyjí and Vratěnín to the Austrian border town of Drosendorf.
To Mikulov
Let's take the express bus 105 from Brno to the important Mikulov. Let's visit the majestic castle, the city center, the Holy Hill or the Turold Cave.
Brno and Mikulov are connected by bus line 105. It is not necessary to get off at Zvonařka, sometimes the Central Cemetery can also be useful. On weekends, the line is reinforced and the connection between Brno and Mikulov is provided practically every hour. We recommend using the accelerated connections (e.g. from Brno at 8:55), they are emptier and faster. On Saturdays, the last connection from Mikulov to Brno is provided only at 22:10.
Aquabus
Line 105 from Brno to Mikulov is sometimes called the Aquabus. It stops at Aqualandu Moravia, which is located in the village of Pasohlávky, on the northern bank of the Mušov Reservoir. The Roman baths, which are the oldest spa facility in the Czech Republic, were also located in the same location. The capacity of the area is visitors and the water surface area is over 3,000 m². The aquapark includes 16 swimming pools, 24 water slides and slides, 30 types of saunas and a wellness zone (Roman and solar baths). Aqualand Moravia was opened on 1 August 2013. The aquapark uses the Mušov geothermal well with a temperature of 46 °C for the thermal pool. SWith the IDS JMK ticket, you will also receive a 10% discount on the entrance fee as part of the IDS JMK discount program. When purchasing a regular single ticket, you need a variant on 6-zone on 57 CZK. Owners of a transfer ticket for Brno (zones 100+101) need a 4-zone ticket for 41 CZK.
Take line 105 to Aqualand. It has additional connections during the season.
Through the White Carpathians through the tunnel to Myjava
With an IDS JMK ticket, you can travel all the way to the Slovak town of Myjava, which is characterized by its kopaničářský dialect, which somewhat forgets about hooks and signs. Myjava is set in picturesque surroundings that host popular folklore festivals every June. The Kopaničiar folklore ensemble has been a long-time disseminator and preserver of the beautiful traditions of Myjava folklore, which is manifested in its characteristic temperamental features. If your visit does not fall within this period, you must not miss it. A center of traditional culture, that organizes interesting events all year round. In the Turá Lúka area there is the Gazdovský dvůr, where there is a permanent exhibition of a typical kopaničářské homestead from the end of the 19th century.
The White Carpathians provide good conditions for ski tourism, especially on the slopes of the main ridge. Downhill skiing is concentrated in two large ski resorts in Velké Javořině and in the Stará Myjava recreation center with artificial snow and the possibility of night skiing. In the summer months, there is the opportunity to relax and refresh yourself in the Stará Myjava water reservoir. The terrain is also suitable for cross-country skiing. The routes are identical to the summer tourist routes. The cross-country trails are not maintained, but in winter there is a track along the main ridge to the Vrbovce railway station.There are several agrotourism establishments with horse riding facilities in the vicinity of Myjava.
The centre of Horňácko - Velké nad Veličkou can be easily reached from Veselí nad Moravou by train line S91. From the end of summer 2025, the connection will be provided by direct trains from Hodonín. Between Vrbovci and Myjava, you can enjoy the historic line with the longest railway tunnel in Czechoslovakia. Trains run every two hours and in Myjava they connect with Slovak trains in the direction of Čachtice and Nové Mesto nad Váhom.
For trdelník to Slovak Skalice
Take advantage of the unique opportunity to ride a ticket bought in the Brno tram to the monument reserve of the Slovak royal town of Skalica and taste the traditional Skalické trdelníky.
The connection to Skalica is provided by bus 910 from Hodonín, Veselí nad Moravou or Strážnice. On weekends they run 3 times a day in both directions.
Take the fast train R13, which departs which departs from Brno main railway station at 8:36 am, to Hodonín railway station. Go to the bus station, where line 910 departs at 10:16 from platform 3 for Skalice. You can pay in CZK along the entire route and the IDS JMK Tariff applies.
To the Staré Město and Uherské Hradiště
Although the Staré Město lacks the sea, the Šrotík Lighthouse, an original lookout tower that is no different from a real lighthouse, stands on the western edge of the town. It stands on the premises of a company that processes waste, its surroundings resemble a harbour and you will find a unique Kovozoo with animals made from scrap metal. Lovers of natural beauty are attracted by the Isabelia Bonsai Museum, while sightseeing cruises along the Bata Canal or trips along the cycle path lining its banks promise pleasant experiences.
To travel to the Staré Město or to Uherské Hradiště, it is necessary to purchase a ticket for all zones or use a tourist ticket for the area. In the case of 24-hour transferable tickets, the transferable and basic non-transferable tickets can be used on non-working days to transport a maximum of two persons over 15 years of age and three children under 15 years of age. In the case of a 24-hour ticket, a bicycle, dog or accompanied luggage may be carried instead of a child.
To Jevíčko and Velké Opatovice see the Map of Morava
Take line 251 from Skalice nad Svitavou via Boskovice to Velké Opatovice and Jevíčko.
Take a ride through the beautiful landscape of Malé Hané.
By train to Vysočina region
Take a weekend direct train with extended bicycle transport from Brno to Nedvědice, Bystřice nad Pernštejnem and outside the IDS JMK Tariff to Nové Město na Moravě and Žďár nad Sázavou.
Tip: The IDS JMK tariff is valid up to Rovné-Divišov. If you would like to go further, for example to Nové Město, you will save a lot if you combine an IDS JMK ticket with a Vysočina Public Transport ticket. You can buy it e.g. before departure at the IDS JMK Contact Centre in Brno at the Main Railway Station or even better directly at the red vending machine on the S3 line - you pay with a bank card, the IDS JMK ticket will be on the card, the VDV ticket will be issued in paper form.
Go with your bike or cross-country skis to the Vysočina.
Náměšť nad Oslavou and Kralice nad Oslavou
Náměšť nad Oslavou lies east of Třebíč in the valley of the Oslava River, which from there continues southwards through a picturesque wooded valley past the ruins of several medieval castles. The dominant feature of the town is the Renaissance castle, in the historical centre the Baroque stone bridge, one of the oldest in Moravia, is worth attention. A few steps from Masaryk Square in Náměšt' you will discover a small private butcher's museum. Just a short walk from the town lies Kralice with the Kralice Bible Memorial; you can get there on foot through the castle preserve.
Come to Náměšť nad Oslavou or Kralice nad Oslavou!
From Brno to Laa an der Thaya, Austria
During rush hour every hour and off-peak hours and on weekends after two hours, line 104 runs from Brno to the Austrian market town of Laa an der Thaya. The buses terminate directly at the local Therme Laa spa. The spa town of Laa an der Thaya is located in the north of the Weinviertel region in Lower Austria near the river Thaya. Visit the renowned local thermal baths here. In the spa, you can try the outdoor and indoor swimming pool, sauna and other water attractions.The town itself hosts interesting events throughout the year, such as the Zwiebelfest and the Christmas market.
The thermal baths are clearly one of the biggest attractions in the surrounding area. It is a relatively modern complex, which was built in 2002, a few years after the exploratory drilling under Mayor M. Fass. These revealed the presence of thermal springs. Since then, the number of visitors to the spa has been around half a million a year. It is therefore a very popular and busy spa. The springs that make use of the Laa thermal baths reach an output temperature of 42°C. The water is rich in minerals such as sodium and iodine and has a favourable pH of 7.36. The spa covers an area of 7 800 m2.
To get from Brno to Laa an der Thaya, take line 104, which leaves from Zvonařka and takes you directly in front of the spa. It runs every two hours on weekends. For one trip you need a ticket for 10 zones.