- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s principal museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand Neo-Renaissance building and broad natural history, history, and culture collections.
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Košice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Prague will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 27 buses that leave Košice for Prague on Fri, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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 train as it is the most popular option from Košice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $294 Average price |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Košice to Prague:
A train is $31 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Košice to Prague costing on average $61 (€50).
A train is $264 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Košice to Prague costing on average $294 (€241).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:19AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 14h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:34PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 14h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Prague buses for tomorrow, 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 · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h55 | 4:20 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 14h05 | 4:30 PM Praha, Roztyly | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 12h05 | 4:05 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 11h35 | 6:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 10h10 | 5:05 PM Praha, Roztyly | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h35 | 8:30 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 10h40 | 5:35 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 11h20 | 6:15 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h45 | 8:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 12h20 | 7:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 14h30 | 9:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:19 AM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 12h06 | 7:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:19 AM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 14h16 | 9:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:19 AM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 12h41 | 8:00 PM Praha, Roztyly | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 14h20 | 11:20 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h05 | 10:05 PM Praha, Černý Most | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 13h50 | 10:50 PM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 12h40 | 4:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 12h30 | 3:55 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 11h55 | 5:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 11h40 | 8:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 10h40 | 7:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 14h40 | 11:00 AM Praha, Roztyly | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:34 PM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 10h26 | 7:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:34 PM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 11h26 | 8:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:34 PM Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) | 14h26 | 11:00 AM Praha, Roztyly | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 12h40 | 10:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Košice to Prague run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Praha Hlavní Nádraží, Prague -> Václavské Náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice to Prague by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Košice to Prague buses use the Košice, Autobusová stanica to Praha, Hlavní Nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, ÚAN Florenc. Use this guide to compare Košice and Prague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
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