THE SHORT VERSION
Karlovy Vary to Pilsen at a glance.
- From
- Karlovy Vary
- To
- Pilsen Plzeň
- Road distance
- About 82 km
- Straight line
- 65 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Karlovy Vary
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 Pilsen
Ask the seller where the service ends in Pilsen. 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 Pilsen, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Karlovy Vary from Pilsen by road?+
About 82 km by road (65 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Karlovy Vary to Pilsen take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 15 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 Karlovy Vary?+
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 Pilsen to Karlovy Vary?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Pilsen to Karlovy Vary as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Karlovy Vary arrive in Pilsen?+
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 Karlovy Vary to Pilsen?+
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 Karlovy Vary to Pilsen 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 Pilsen by bus?+
Direct buses from Pilsen include Prague, Munich. See all connections on our Pilsen 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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