THE SHORT VERSION
Nuremberg to Karlovy Vary at a glance.
- From
- Nuremberg Nürnberg
- Road distance
- About 215 km
- Straight line
- 155 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Karlovy Vary to Nuremberg →
- Border
- Germany → Czechia. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Nuremberg
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 Nuremberg
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Nuremberg from Karlovy Vary by road?+
About 215 km by road (155 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Nuremberg to Karlovy Vary take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 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 Nuremberg?+
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 Nuremberg?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Karlovy Vary to Nuremberg guide.
Where does the bus from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg 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.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Nuremberg to Karlovy Vary?+
Germany and Czechia are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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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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