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Jan Becher Museum
Museum on Jan Becher and Becherovka, with historic cellars and tastings that explain the famous herbal liqueur’s story.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 11 m
Buses on 18 Sept
32
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brno to Karlovy Vary is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brno to Karlovy Vary will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 32 buses from Brno to Karlovy Vary, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
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(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary)Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brno to Karlovy Vary among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 292 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brno to Karlovy Vary:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Karlovy Vary costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Karlovy Vary take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £45. The journey takes 4h 55m versus 3h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Brno to Karlovy Vary coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 3:30 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h15 | 9:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h45 | 11:10 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h40 | 11:05 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h30 | 11:55 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h35 | 12:00 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 5:30 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h15 | 11:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 7:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 12:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h20 | 13:00 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h15 | 12:55 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 9:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 14:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h15 | 15:55 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 10:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 15:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 11:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 16:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 12:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 17:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 4h50 | 17:00 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 13:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 18:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h15 | 19:25 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 4h50 | 18:00 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h20 | 19:30 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h00 | 19:10 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h55 | 19:05 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 4h45 | 17:55 Karlovy Vary, Tržnice | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 14:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 19:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Cheb) | 15:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 20:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 16:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 21:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 17:00 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h45 | 22:45 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h50 | 1:00 Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží | 1 change | |
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Buses from Brno to Karlovy Vary run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 3:30 |
Last bus 21:20 |
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Discover the best of Karlovy Vary — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Karlovy Vary trip today.
Museum on Jan Becher and Becherovka, with historic cellars and tastings that explain the famous herbal liqueur’s story.
Local history museum in a Baroque building, covering spa culture, regional archaeology and life in Karlovy Vary.
Compact private museum displaying film cameras, projectors and cinema technology, a good stop for film enthusiasts.
Main spa promenade lined with colonnades, hotels and river views; ideal for walking between springs and historic buildings.
Hilltop viewpoint and landscaped area reached on foot or by funicular, with sweeping panoramas over the spa town.
Central square beside the Hot Spring and key landmarks, often used as a starting point for exploring the old spa quarter.
Thin spa wafers baked fresh and sandwiched with sugar and nut or chocolate fillings. They are Karlovy Vary’s best-known edible souvenir.
A herbal bitter liqueur created in Karlovy Vary in 1807. Locals drink it as a digestif and it is one of the town’s signature products.
Traditional Czech beef sirloin in a creamy vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings and cranberry. A classic dish in local restaurants.
Elegant restaurant in Grandhotel Pupp serving Czech and international dishes in a refined historic setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant with Czech classics, Pilsner beer, and a lively traditional atmosphere near the spa centre.
Traditional Czech restaurant popular for roast meats, sauces, and dumplings in a straightforward local setting.
Moderate for Czech spa towns: hotels can be pricey in season, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10%. For taxis, round up modestly. In cafés, small change or rounding up is usual.
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Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží -> Tržnice, Karlovy Vary
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brno to Karlovy Vary by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlovy Vary, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brno to Karlovy Vary buses use the Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) to Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice. Use this guide to compare Brno and Karlovy Vary bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží).
Available at Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží): Elevators, ramps.
Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Dolní (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží.
Available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, Dolní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Karlovy Vary, Tržnice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice. ATMs are aTM available within walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice.
Available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlovy Vary, Tržnice: Wheelchair accessible entrances available.
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