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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Karlovy Vary
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €10
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €30
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 28 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 29
- Distance
- 112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague 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 Prague to Karlovy Vary will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 29 trains from Prague to Karlovy Vary, including 13 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
rj 176 · Sp 1946 · Os 706012:31 PM 3h35 Prague hlavní nádraží 4:06 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 2 transfers- R 618
5:26 AM 3h35 Prague hlavní nádraží 9:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 0 transfers - rj 172 · Sp 1950 · Os 7012
4:31 PM 3h35 Prague hlavní nádraží 8:06 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 2 transfers - rj 174 · Sp 1948 · Os 7062
2:41 PM 3h25 Prague-Holešovice 6:06 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 2 transfers - R 612
11:31 AM 3h30 Prague hlavní nádraží 3:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
- rj 174 · Sp 1948 · Os 7062
2:41 PM 3h25 Prague-Holešovice 6:06 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 2 transfers 
RJ 174 · Sp 1948 · Os 70622:41 PM 3h25 Prague-Holešovice 6:06 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €54 1 One-way 2 transfers- R 612
11:31 AM 3h30 Prague hlavní nádraží 3:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 0 transfers - R 614
9:31 AM 3h30 Prague hlavní nádraží 1:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - R 616
7:31 AM 3h30 Prague hlavní nádraží 11:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Karlovy Vary
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Trains from Prague to Karlovy Vary run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 3:08 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Live departures
Prague to Karlovy Vary train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Karlovy Vary trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 614 | 9:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 1:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 614 | 9:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 1:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 512 · Os 7003 | 10:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 2:22 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 612 | 11:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 3:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 612 | 11:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 3:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 356 · Sp 1666 | 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h56 | 3:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| IC 562 · Os 7005 | 12:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 4:22 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 610 | 1:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 5:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 610 | 1:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 5:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 354 · Sp 1688 | 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h56 | 5:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 608 | 3:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 7:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 608 | 3:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 7:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 352 · Sp 1670 | 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h56 | 7:31 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 606 | 5:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 9:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 606 | 5:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 9:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 244 · R 606 | 5:38 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3h23 | 9:01 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| IC 504 | 6:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h36 | 10:11 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 604 · Os 7066 | 7:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h37 | 11:08 PM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| R 670 · Sp 1940 · Os 7050 | 11:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h44 | 5:25 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| R 670 · Sp 1940 · Bus 7050 · Os 7050 | 11:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h44 | 5:25 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 3 transfers | |
| R 618 | 5:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h35 | 9:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 618 | 5:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h35 | 9:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 616 | 7:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 11:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 616 | 7:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 11:01 AM Karlovy Vary, nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
České dráhy
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FAQs: Trains from Prague to Karlovy Vary
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Karlovy Vary
Most Prague to Karlovy Vary trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Karlovy Vary nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží. Use this guide to compare Prague and Karlovy Vary train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Karlovy Vary leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Which Karlovy Vary station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Karlovy Vary nádraží from Karlovy Vary city centre
Karlovy Vary nádraží 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 and drink
Food options include: La HOSPODA
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Karlovy Vary nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlovy Vary nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlovy Vary nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary nádraží.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Villa Fader.
Getting to Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží from Karlovy Vary city centre
Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží is 2 km from Karlovy Vary city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží train station facilities and services
Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary-Dvory nádraží: Ramps.
Getting to Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží from Karlovy Vary city centre
Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží train station facilities and services
Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: La HOSPODA
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, dolní nádraží.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Trocnov.
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