- Must visit
Moser Museum
Historic house museum dedicated to glassmaking giant Moser, with exhibits on design, craftsmanship, and the brand’s global legacy.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr199
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr293
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 18
27
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary will cost around kr293 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr199.
It's difficult to get from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary without transferring at least once.
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary)
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr253 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr253, while a bus costs an average of kr273.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr273 Average price | kr253 Average price Cheapest | kr540 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary:
A train is kr20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary costing on average kr273.
Other travel options to Karlovy Vary take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 25m.
Tickets start at around kr273 compared to roughly kr540 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr267. The journey takes 5h 7m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price kr86 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr218 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr249 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr322 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr322 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr228 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr134 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr228 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr180 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr237 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr317 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr70 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr317 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr317 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr247 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr380 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr380 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr247 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr139 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr227 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr311 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price kr90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr317 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr199 |
The table below shows live departures for Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 PM Český Krumlov | 6h45 | 12:00 AM Karlovy Vary | 0 transfersDirect | |
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(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 5:00 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 11:45 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h30 | 12:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h25 | 11:55 AM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 AM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 6h25 | 12:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 AM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 6h20 | 11:55 AM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 6:00 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 12:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 7:00 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 1:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 8:00 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 2:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h30 | 4:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h25 | 3:55 PM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 10:00 AM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 7h45 | 5:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 12:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h05 | 6:05 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 5h40 | 5:55 PM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 5h45 | 6:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 5h35 | 5:55 PM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 5h40 | 6:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 1:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 5h55 | 7:55 PM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h00 | 8:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 2:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 8:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 5h55 | 8:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 5h50 | 7:55 PM Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 3:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 9:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 4:00 PM Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi | 6h45 | 10:45 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) | 7h55 | 1:00 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr92 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price kr92 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Karlovy Vary — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlovy Vary trip today.
Historic house museum dedicated to glassmaking giant Moser, with exhibits on design, craftsmanship, and the brand’s global legacy.
Main city museum covering Karlovy Vary’s spa history, archaeology, and local culture in a historic riverside building.
Interactive visitor center on the famous herbal liqueur’s history and production; worthwhile for design, heritage, and local identity.
Elegant riverside promenade lined with grand spa buildings, shops, and views; ideal for first walks through Karlovy Vary.
Popular hilltop recreation zone around the tower, with family walks, forest trails, and some of the best city views.
Historic spa center combining colonnades, springs, churches, and grand hotels; the essential area for architecture and atmosphere.
Karlovarský knedlík is a local spa-town bread dumpling with herbs, often served with roast meats and sauce. It is one of Karlovy Vary's best-known regional specialties.
Karlovarský suchar is a traditional sweet spa wafer rusk once served to visitors with coffee or tea. It is closely tied to the town's historic spa culture.
Lázeňské oplatky are thin round spa wafers, usually filled with sugar, nuts, or chocolate. They are the most iconic edible souvenir of Karlovy Vary.
Historic grandhotel restaurant known for refined Czech and European dining in an elegant spa-era setting overlooking the center.
Upscale hotel dining with modern Czech and international cuisine, polished service, and a calm fine-dining atmosphere.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving Czech classics and tank beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere near the spa center.
Moderate for Czech spa towns: hotels can be pricey in season, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable for tourists.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, usually rounded up in cash or added when paying. Round up taxi fares slightly. Small cafe tips are appreciated, not required.
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Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží -> Tržnice, Karlovy Vary
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlovy Vary, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary buses use the Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi to Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice. Use this guide to compare Český Krumlov and Karlovy Vary bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi.
Available at Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Český Krumlov, Autobusove Nádrazi: Ramps, assistance.
Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák). ATMs are available at Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák).
Ticket office support is available at Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák).
Available at Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Český Krumlov, U Luny (Špičák): Basic accessibility features available.
Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Dolní (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží.
Available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Karlovy Vary, Tržnice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice. ATMs are aTM available within walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice.
Available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice: Wheelchair accessible entrances available.
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