The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlovy Vary to Prague
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlovy Vary to Prague 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 Prague will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Karlovy Vary for Prague on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
R 611
R 613
R 616 · IC 561
R 609
R 618 · IC 559
R 611
R 613
R 609
R 616 · IC 561
R 618 · IC 559Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlovy Vary to Prague
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlovy Vary to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 112 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlovy Vary to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to Prague trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Os 7063 · Os 6837 · Sp 1977 · Os 6903 | 7:25 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 9h52 | 5:17 AM Praha Masarykovo nádraží | 3 transfers | |
Os 7065 · Sp 1940 · Sp 1943 · R 673 | 9:53 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 8h17 | 6:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
R 609 | 7:57 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3h28 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 618 · IC 559 | 8:03 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 4h18 | 12:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 611 | 9:57 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3h28 | 1:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 616 · IC 561 | 10:03 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 4h18 | 2:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 613 | 11:57 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3h28 | 3:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlovy Vary to Prague
Trains from Karlovy Vary to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 00:49 |
Last train 23:57 |
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FAQs: Trains from Karlovy Vary to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovy Vary to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlovy Vary to Prague
- Ramps.
- Bus: Local bus services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
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