THE SHORT VERSION
Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary at a glance.
- From
- Český Krumlov
- Road distance
- About 303 km
- Straight line
- 189 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Karlovy Vary to Český Krumlov →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Český Krumlov
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Karlovy Vary
Ask the seller where the service ends in Karlovy Vary. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Karlovy Vary, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Karlovy Vary
More buses from Český Krumlov
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Český Krumlov from Karlovy Vary by road?+
About 303 km by road (189 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Český Krumlov?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Karlovy Vary to Český Krumlov?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Karlovy Vary to Český Krumlov guide.
Where does the bus from Český Krumlov arrive in Karlovy Vary?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Český Krumlov to Karlovy Vary bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Karlovy Vary by bus?+
Direct buses from Karlovy Vary include Prague, Munich, Berlin, Pilsen, Dresden and more. See all connections on our Karlovy Vary bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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