How to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary

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Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of S$107 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of S$107, while a train costs an average of S$170.

Distance: 218 miles (351 km)

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S$170

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S$107

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7h 11m

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6h 41m

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10h 43m

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10h 13m

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4h 55m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is a bus with an average price of S$107.

This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary:

A bus is S$63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary costing on average S$170.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is by train with an average journey time of 7h 11m.

Other travel options to Karlovy Vary take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Karlovy Vary including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around S$170 compared to roughly S$107 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about S$-62.87. The journey takes 6h 41m versus 4h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary

How to get from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    12:20 PM11h40
    Karlsruhe
    12:00 AMKarlovy Vary
    S$501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    12:20 PM11h40
    Karlsruhe
    12:00 AMKarlovy Vary
    S$501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:20 PM11h40
    Karlsruhe
    12:00 AMKarlovy Vary
    S$501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:20 AM11h40
    Karlsruhe
    11:00 PMKarlovy Vary
    S$791One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary

Travel to Karlovy Vary easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Karlovy Vary including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is a bus with an average price of S$107.

This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary:

A bus is S$63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary costing on average S$170.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is by train with an average journey time of 7h 11m.

Other travel options to Karlovy Vary take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 43m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is approximately 218 miles (351 km).
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Karlovy Vary as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary:
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží.
  • Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Karlovy Vary, nádraží.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Karlovy Vary by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy to go to Karlovy Vary by train.
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe to Karlovy Vary often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Prague Vaclav Havel Airport, Berlin, Dresden, Plzeň. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Karlovy Vary and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Karlovy Vary to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Karlovy Vary, you can attend the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, visit the Hot Spring Colonnade to experience the Vřídlo geyser, and enjoy a scenic ride to the Diana Observation Tower for breathtaking views. You can also attend a concert at the Mill Colonnade, explore the Karlovy Vary Art Gallery, and visit the Church of St. Mary Magdalene and Jan Becher Museum.
Typically, spending two to three days in Karlovy Vary is sufficient to explore its charming spa architecture, relax in the thermal baths, and enjoy local attractions such as the Mill Colonnade and the Diana Observation Tower.

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