How to Get from Prague to Karlovy Vary
Prague to Karlovy Vary is 113 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 30m by bus. The trip takes 4h 44m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Prague to Karlovy Vary by price and travel time (route calculated on 9 November 2026).
- First bus at 07:00, last at 17:00
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Prague to Karlovy Vary. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 30m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 113 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
113 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €34Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 4h 44m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €4Omio catalogue, Nov 10 | 1h 30mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€34Our estimate, not a fare we saw4h 44m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€4Omio catalogue, Nov 101h 30m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Prague to Karlovy Vary: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Praha hlavní nádraží → Karlovy Varybus
FlixBus·1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Prague to Karlovy Vary
FlixBus publishes departures from 07:00 to 17:00.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 07:00 | 17:00 |
All departures
- 07:00
- 08:00
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 11:00
- 12:00
- 14:00
- 15:00
- 16:00
- 16:05
- 17:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusPraha hlavní nádraží-Karlovy VaryBook →České dráhy, a.s.Praha hlavní nádraží-Klášterec nad Ohří, Klášterec nad Ohří-DaloviceBook →Airport shuttle busDalovice-Karlovy Vary AirportBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, České dráhy, a.s., Airport shuttle bus.
How the Trip from Prague to Karlovy Vary Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 9 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Praha hlavní nádraží to Karlovy Vary, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €8 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
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Prague to Karlovy Vary: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Prague to Karlovy Vary?
Routavio's route check on 9 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 30m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Prague to Karlovy Vary?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 07:00 and the last at 17:00, from Praha hlavní nádraží, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Prague to Karlovy Vary leave from?
Praha hlavní nádraží with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Karlovy Vary from Prague?
About 113 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Prague to Karlovy Vary cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €8. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Prague to Karlovy Vary?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, České dráhy, a.s., Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Prague to Karlovy Vary without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Karlovy Vary?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, České dráhy, a.s., Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 9 Nov 2026