The average train between Essen and Karlovy Vary takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 7h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Karlovy Vary. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essen and Karlovy Vary. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:55 PM which arrives into Karlovy Vary at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Karlovy Vary? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Karlovy Vary. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Karlovy Vary station via Nürnberg Hbf station and Cheb station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Essen to Karlovy Vary train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Karlovy Vary train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Karlovy Vary station.
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The distance between Essen and Karlovy Vary is 433.1 km. The road distance is 525 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Karlovy Vary via Nürnberg Hbf and Cheb in around 8h 6m.