Cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary
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Bus from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary. Traveling by bus from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary usually takes around 11 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 186 mi (299 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $35.16 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary?
Bus tickets for a trip from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary cost $62.42 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than $62.42. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 5 trips from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 6 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary from $51.28. There are 4 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary and you can expect on average to pay $57.47 for a RegioJet ticket to Karlovy Vary. In Frankfurt, RegioJet departs to Karlovy Vary from Central Bus Station and one other station. In Karlovy Vary, RegioJet arrives at Tržnice and one other station.
An average trip on RegioJet from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary takes 11 hours and 28 minutes, while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Karlovy Vary in 11 hours and 10 minutes.
On weekends, RegioJet offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $51.28 for a weekend trip to Karlovy Vary.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary
There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Trips per day
9
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 186 miles from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
186
Distance (km)
299
The first bus leaves at 4:20am and the last bus leaves at 11:30pm. To see the times for all buses from Frankfurt to Karlovy Vary, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
4:20am
Latest bus
11:30pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Karlovy Vary at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Frankfurt?
Main departure station: Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Frankfurt has two bus stations with service to Karlovy Vary.
All bus stations in Frankfurt:
- Frankfurt Main Airport P36
- Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Karlovy Vary?
Main arrival station: Terminál
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Karlovy Vary.
All bus stations in Karlovy Vary:
- Terminál
- Tržnice
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