- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlovy Vary to Vienna 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 Vienna will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Karlovy Vary to Vienna without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlovy Vary to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $315 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlovy Vary to Vienna:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlovy Vary to Vienna costing on average $37 (€30).
A bus is $288 (€235) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Karlovy Vary to Vienna costing on average $315 (€258).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 41m.
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
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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 03:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to Vienna buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h15 | 1:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h40 | 3:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
(Cheb -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 8:00 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h50 | 3:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 8h30 | 6:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 11:00 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 8h40 | 7:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h45 | 7:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h00 | 6:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h40 | 8:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h35 | 9:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h15 | 9:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h35 | 10:05 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h30 | 10:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h49 | 11:59 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h00 | 1:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
(Cheb -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) · (Cracow -> Vienna) | 8:00 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 10h10 | 6:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 7h20 | 3:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Karlovy Vary to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
A major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, housed in the historic Belvedere palaces and gardens.
A leading museum for graphic arts and major temporary exhibitions, with a celebrated collection and central location by the State Opera.
The UNESCO-listed old town is the essential area for first-time visitors, filled with major sights, elegant streets, and imperial atmosphere.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
A rich Viennese beef goulash, typically served with sausage, fried egg, and pickles. It is a hearty tavern favorite with roots in the city’s working-class cuisine.
One of Vienna’s leading fine dining restaurants, offering modern Austrian cuisine with exceptional technique and a refined park-side setting.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for Tafelspitz and refined boiled beef dishes, with polished service and a classic atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Vienna International Busterminal -> Wien Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovy Vary to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlovy Vary to Vienna buses use the Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Karlovy Vary and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 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.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
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