- 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
€158
Average price
€160
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich 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 Munich to Karlovy Vary will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €158.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Karlovy Vary without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 600 · R 3005 · R 20879 · Sp 1666
ICE 508 · R 3007 · R 20881 · Sp 1668
ICE 504 · R 3011 · R 20885 · Sp 1672
ICE 506 · R 3009 · R 20883 · Os 7309
ICE 1211 · EC 334 · R 606
ICE 600 · R 3005 · R 20879 · Sp 1666
ICE 508 · R 3007 · R 20881 · Sp 1668
ICE 504 · R 3011 · R 20885 · Sp 1672
ICE 506 · R 3009 · R 20883 · Os 7309
ICE 1211 · EC 334 · R 606Trains from Munich to Karlovy Vary run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Karlovy Vary trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1211 · EC 334 · R 606 | On time 8:03 AM Munich Hbf | 12h58 | 9:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 600 · R 3005 · R 20879 · Sp 1666 | On time 8:49 AM Munich Hbf | 6h42 | 3:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 508 · R 3007 · R 20881 · Sp 1668 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 5:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 506 · R 3009 · R 20883 · Os 7309 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 7h35 | 8:23 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 504 · R 3011 · R 20885 · Sp 1672 | On time 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 9:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3 transfers |
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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, nádraží -> Tržnice, Karlovy Vary
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Karlovy Vary trains use the München Hbf to Karlovy Vary nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží. Use this guide to compare Munich and Karlovy Vary train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
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.
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