- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with hands-on exhibits spanning aviation, physics, mining, and more.
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€157
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlovy Vary to Munich 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 Munich will cost around €157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Karlovy Vary to Munich without transferring at least 2 times.
Sp 1661 · EC 362 · R 4859
R 609 · EC 335 · EC 1210
Sp 1663 · Sp 5280 · R 3435 · R 4969
Os 7000 · Sp 5282 · R 3437 · R 4971
Sp 1669 · Sp 5288 · R 3443 · R 4977
Sp 1667 · Sp 5286 · R 3441 · R 4975
Sp 1663 · Sp 5280 · R 3435 · R 4969
Sp 1669 · Sp 5288 · R 3443 · R 4977
Os 7000 · Sp 5282 · R 3437 · R 4971
Sp 1661 · EC 362 · R 4859Trains from Karlovy Vary to Munich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to Munich trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sp 1661 · EC 362 · R 4859 | 4:22 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 7h54 | 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Sp 1663 · Sp 5280 · R 3435 · R 4969 | On time 6:22 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 6h24 | 12:46 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Os 7000 · Sp 5282 · R 3437 · R 4971 | On time 7:35 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 7h11 | 2:46 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 609 · EC 335 · EC 1210 | On time 8:57 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 12h51 | 9:48 PM Munich Ost | 2 transfers | |
Sp 1667 · Sp 5286 · R 3441 · R 4975 | On time 12:22 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 6h21 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Sp 1669 · Sp 5288 · R 3443 · R 4977 | On time 2:22 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 6h24 | 8:46 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with hands-on exhibits spanning aviation, physics, mining, and more.
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Leading modern art museum featuring Picasso, Kandinsky, and major 20th-century movements in a spacious, well-curated setting.
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Refined modern German fine dining with a Michelin-starred reputation, elegant service, and seasonal tasting menus.
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Historic beer hall near Marienplatz known for Weißwurst, roast meats, and lively traditional Bavarian atmosphere.
Munich is pricey by German standards. Hotels, dining, and central-area drinks cost more than in many German cities, though public transit is efficient and reasonably priced.
Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes. Tell the total amount when paying.
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Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovy Vary to Munich by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlovy Vary to Munich trains use the Karlovy Vary nádraží to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Isartor. Use this guide to compare Karlovy Vary and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlovy Vary nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: La HOSPODA
ATMs are available at Karlovy Vary nádraží.
Available at Karlovy Vary nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlovy Vary nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary nádraží.
Nearby hotels include Villa Fader.
Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží is 2 km from Karlovy Vary city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží.
Available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Parking.
Available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Ramps.
Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: La HOSPODA
ATMs are available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží.
Available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží.
Nearby hotels include Trocnov.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Isartor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
München Karlsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München Karlsplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Karlsplatz. Information desks are available at München Karlsplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Karlsplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Karlsplatz.
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