How to travel from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary, Czechia

The distance between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary is around 270km (168 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 35m.

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We've found 5 different ways to get from Špindlerův Mlýn 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.

👋 Also check out Karlovy VaryŠpindlerův Mlýn if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Prague and then to Karlovy Vary Terminal Bus Station.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    CZK 2,410($100)

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Train

Take the train to Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi and then to Karlovy Vary.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 2,210($90)
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Drive

Drive to Karlovy Vary.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Distance270km (168 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary

There are several options for getting from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CZK 490 ($20) and will take around 5h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 760 ($31).

The distance between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary is around 270km (168 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 201km (125 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary is to drive which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx CZK 760 ($31).

The cheapest way to travel between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CZK 490 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary. It typically takes around 5h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tanvald, Liberec and Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 35m.

Arriva CZ, Czech Railways and Koleje Dolnośląskie run train services between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 5h 35m, 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 Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Tanvald and Prague. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

FlixBus, RegioJet, ČSAD Střední Čechy and a.s. run regular bus services between Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary. Buses run twice daily and take around 5hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary. We recommend that you take the bus to Prague and then to Karlovy Vary Terminal Bus Station. instead which will take 5hrs.

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 Špindlerův Mlýn and Karlovy Vary. The distance is around 270km (168 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around CZK 2,410 ($100).

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Transport options from Špindlerův Mlýn to Karlovy Vary
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
5hrs
CZK 2,410($100)
twice daily309km (192 miles)
Bus via Černý Most5h 45m
CZK 490($20)
6 times a week296km (184 miles)
Train + 1 similar
5h 35m
CZK 2,210($90)
every 4 hours312km (194 miles)
Train via Liberec6hrs
CZK 2,040($83)
every 4 hours322km (200 miles)
Drive
3h 35m
CZK 760($31)
on demand270km (168 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