- Must visit
Mining Museum Landek Park
Large mining museum with underground tours and exhibits on coal mining heritage in the Ostrava region.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Karlovy Vary for Ostrava on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 241 miles (389 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 29m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to Ostrava buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Karlovy Vary | 7h05 | 9:15 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Karlovy Vary | 8h50 | 2:20 AM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Karlovy Vary to Ostrava run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Ostrava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostrava trip today.
Large mining museum with underground tours and exhibits on coal mining heritage in the Ostrava region.
City museum in the Old Town Hall with permanent exhibitions on Ostrava’s history, archaeology and local life.
Major regional art gallery known for Czech modern and contemporary art, plus temporary exhibitions.
Popular viewpoint hill created from mining spoil, known for unusual geology and wide views over Ostrava.
Historic central square surrounded by notable buildings, fountains and city landmarks, ideal for first-time visitors.
Ostrava’s most famous nightlife street, also worth seeing by day for its urban atmosphere and local character.
A hearty Silesian-style potato soup, often enriched with mushrooms and root vegetables. It reflects the regional cooking of Czech Silesia around Ostrava.
Small potato dumplings served with cabbage, a common dish in the Moravian-Silesian region. It is simple, filling, and strongly tied to local home cooking.
Traditional spiced gingerbread cookies from nearby Štramberk, one of the best-known regional sweets in the wider Ostrava area.
An established upscale restaurant known for steaks, grilled dishes, and an extensive wine list. Stylish atmosphere suitable for a refined dinner in Ostrava.
A respected modern bistro known for creative cooking, quality ingredients, and polished but relaxed service in central Ostrava.
A well-known traditional restaurant focused on Czech and Moravian cuisine, with rustic interiors and reliable local specialties.
Cheaper than Prague. Hotels, local transport, and casual dining are good value; central tourist spots cost more.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Tip taxis by rounding up. Tipping in cafes and bars is appreciated but not required.
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