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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Kraków and Karlovy Vary. The average train journey from Kraków to Karlovy Vary takes 10 hours and 28 minutes, but some Leo Express train trips are as short as 10 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 313 mi (504 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 25m |
| Lowest price | $22.92 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Leo Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kraków to Karlovy Vary?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Krakow to Karlovy Vary. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 2 | 10h 28m | $24.34 |
Leo Express is a prominent private train company based in Czechia, offering seamless connections between multiple cities across four countries. With a dedicated team of 320 professionals managing an extensive network of routes, Leo Express provides a multitude of daily trips. The company serves various destinations within the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Poland. Passengers can enjoy onboard amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary refreshments for select ticket holders across different travel classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kraków and Karlovy Vary is approximately 313 miles, or 504 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 25 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Kraków to Karlovy Vary tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kraków at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Kraków twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Karlovy Vary with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Karlovy Vary to Kraków.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kraków?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
There is one train station in Kraków.
All train stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Where is the train station in Karlovy Vary?
Main arrival station: Tržnice
Karlovy Vary receives travelers from Kraków at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Karlovy Vary:
Tržnice
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