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Lviv National Art Gallery
Major art museum network centered in Lviv, known for Ukrainian and European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
11 h 6 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Košice to Lviv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Lviv will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 9 buses that leave Košice for Lviv on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 11 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Košice to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $36.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 43m Average total duration Fastest 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 36m Average total duration 14h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Košice to Lviv:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Košice to Lviv costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Lviv take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 6m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€24). The journey takes 8h 13m versus 5h 15m 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, Infobus, Euroticket.
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 EuroClub | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Lviv buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7064095 | 3:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 7h00 | 11:00 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h00 | 5:35 PM Lviv, Lviv Holovnýy (Львів, Льві́в-Головни́й) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h45 | 6:20 PM Lviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 14h25 | 12:25 AM Lviv, Lviv Holovnýy (Львів, Льві́в-Головни́й) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 15h00 | 1:00 AM Lviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 15h15 | 3:30 AM Lviv, Lviv Holovnýy (Львів, Льві́в-Головни́й) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h15 | 5:10 AM Lviv, Lviv Holovnýy (Львів, Льві́в-Головни́й) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h50 | 5:45 AM Lviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109) | 1 transfer | |
6800066 | 8:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 8h30 | 6:00 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Košice to Lviv run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Lviv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lviv trip today.
Major art museum network centered in Lviv, known for Ukrainian and European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Large open-air museum with traditional houses, wooden churches, and village buildings relocated from across western Ukraine.
Leading museum of Ukrainian sacred art, icons, manuscripts, and folk culture, important for understanding western Ukraine’s heritage.
The most atmospheric part of the old town, packed with historic facades, courtyards, and pedestrian streets.
Popular hillside park with walking paths and the city’s signature panoramic viewpoint, especially popular at sunset.
UNESCO-listed historic core best explored on foot, combining churches, mansions, lanes, and layered multicultural history.
A classic beet soup often served with sour cream and pampushky garlic buns. In Lviv it is a staple of Galician and wider Ukrainian home cooking.
Soft dumplings filled with potato, cabbage, cheese, or cherries. They are one of the most beloved traditional Ukrainian dishes and widely eaten in Lviv.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with rice and usually meat, then baked or stewed in sauce. A familiar festive and everyday dish in Western Ukraine.
A well-known Lviv restaurant serving refined Galician and Ukrainian cuisine in an elegant historic setting with a conservatory atmosphere.
A famous themed restaurant in central Lviv known for hearty Ukrainian dishes, nalivkas, and a lively atmosphere popular with visitors.
A long-established theatrical restaurant focused on grilled meats, local beer, and dramatic service in a historic central location.
Lviv is budget-friendly by European standards, with low food, coffee, and local transport costs. Central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in taxis, and leave small change at cafes if you wish.
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