The cheapest and fastest coaches from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Karlovy Vary for České Budějovice every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 Karlovy Vary | 6h15 | 18:45 České Budějovice | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice
Buses from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Karlovy Vary to České BudějoviceYou can travel by bus between Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice with FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovy Vary to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlovy Vary and České Budějovice
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Dolní (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 10 Train: Regional
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