How to travel from Prague to Karlovy Vary, Czechia

The distance between Prague and Karlovy Vary is around 126km (78 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 1h 45m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Prague to Karlovy Vary by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Karlovy Vary - Tržnice.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 270($11)
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Train

Take the train to Karlovy Vary.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 345($14)
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Drive

Drive to Karlovy Vary.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Distance127km (79 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prague and Karlovy Vary

There are several options for getting from Prague to Karlovy Vary by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CZK 270 ($11) and will take around 1h 45m.

The distance between Prague and Karlovy Vary is around 126km (78 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 112km (69 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Prague and Karlovy Vary by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Prague to Karlovy Vary is to take the bus which takes around 1h 45m and will set you back approx CZK 270 ($11).

The cheapest way to travel between Prague and Karlovy Vary, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CZK 270 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Prague and Karlovy Vary. It typically takes around 3h 20m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Prague and Karlovy Vary with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 3h 20m.

Czech Railways run train services between Prague and Karlovy Vary. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Prague and Karlovy Vary. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Prague and Karlovy Vary with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 45m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Prague and Karlovy Vary. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prague to Karlovy Vary. We recommend that you take the bus to Karlovy Vary - Tržnice. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Karlovy Vary is Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) which is approximately 100km (62 miles) from Karlovy Vary. Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) and Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Prague and Karlovy Vary. The distance is around 127km (79 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prague to Karlovy Vary is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around CZK 270 ($11).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Prague and Karlovy Vary

Transport options from Prague to Karlovy Vary
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 45m
CZK 270($11)
hourly126km (78 miles)
Train
3h 20m
CZK 345($14)
every 4 hours232km (144 miles)
Drive
1h 45m
CZK 370($15)
on demand127km (79 miles)

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Airports near Karlovy Vary

The following major airports near Karlovy Vary offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Czechia and internationally.

PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Karlovy Vary
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
300km (187 miles) from Karlovy Vary
OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
380km (236 miles) from Karlovy Vary