- Must visit
East Slovak Museum
One of Slovakia’s oldest museums, known for regional history, archaeology, art and the famous Košice Gold Treasure exhibition.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Košice will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 17 buses that leave Budapest for Košice on Sat, Jun 20, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $229 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 40m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Budapest to Košice:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Košice costing on average $55 (€45).
A bus is $199 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Košice costing on average $229 (€188).
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 45m.
Flight takes on average 14h 40m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $82 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51 (€42). The journey takes 7h 54m versus 2h 46m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:12AM | Duration 19h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Košice buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h35 | 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h10 | 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h50 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h31 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h05 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 9:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 11:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 3h05 | 11:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · (Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h22 | 6:12 AM Kosice | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h50 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h25 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h45 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h20 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Budapest to Košice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Košice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Košice trip today.
One of Slovakia’s oldest museums, known for regional history, archaeology, art and the famous Košice Gold Treasure exhibition.
Large technical museum with exhibits on science, industry, transport and an interactive planetarium, popular with families and curious visitors.
A preserved medieval prison and executioner’s house offering a vivid look at justice and daily life in historic Košice.
Košice’s main historic street and social heart, lined with major monuments, fountains, cafes and some of the city’s best architecture.
Walkable historic core filled with Gothic, Baroque and Secession-era buildings, ideal for first-time visitors and evening strolls.
Popular central gathering place in front of the State Theatre, especially lively at night with music, lights and local atmosphere.
Slovakia’s signature dish of potato dumplings with sheep cheese and usually topped with bacon. It is strongly associated with Slovak identity and commonly found in Košice.
A hearty sauerkraut soup often cooked with smoked meat, sausage, and mushrooms. It is especially traditional during winter and Christmas.
Thin potato flatbreads served savory with goose fat or liver, or sweet with poppy seeds and jam. They are a beloved traditional Slovak comfort food.
A recognized upscale venue in Košice known for quality grilled meats, polished service, and a more refined dining experience.
Well-known Košice restaurant serving Slovak, Central European, and seasonal dishes in a stylish but approachable atmosphere near the center.
Established restaurant in the old town known for Slovak and regional cuisine in a historic setting. A reliable choice for traditional dishes and local wines.
Generally cheaper than Bratislava and many Western European cities. Hotels and dining are reasonably priced, though central tourist areas cost more.
A 5-10% tip is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis. Tipping is not mandatory, but leaving cash is customary.
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