- Must visit
East Slovak Museum
One of Slovakia’s oldest museums, known for regional history, archaeology, and the famous Košice Gold Treasure exhibition.
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lviv to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lviv to Košice will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lviv for Košice on Tue, Jun 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 9 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lviv to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration Fastest 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 30m Average total duration 17h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lviv to Košice:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lviv to Košice costing on average $74 (€60).
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 0m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 9h 9m versus 5h 28m 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 Infobus.
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 Infobus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
The table below shows live departures for Lviv to Košice buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Lviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109) | 9h15 | 11:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lviv to Košice run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, 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 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:20 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, and the famous Košice Gold Treasure exhibition.
A major technical museum with exhibits on science, transport, industry, and a popular planetarium, suitable for adults and families.
A preserved medieval prison and executioner’s house branch of the East Slovak Museum, offering insight into historic justice in Košice.
The main historic promenade of Košice, lined with major sights, cafés, public art, and lively pedestrian zones ideal for first-time visitors.
The atmospheric old town core with Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau architecture, best explored on foot day and night.
A popular social-media-friendly stop in the center, especially attractive in the evening when light, music, and water effects combine.
Slovakia’s best-known dish: soft potato dumplings tossed with sheep cheese and usually topped with bacon. It is strongly associated with Slovak mountain cooking and widely eaten in Košice.
A rich sauerkraut soup often cooked with smoked meat, sausage, and mushrooms. It is a traditional festive soup in eastern Slovakia and commonly found in Košice.
Dumplings filled with sheep cheese, similar to pierogi, popular across eastern Slovakia. In Košice they are a classic comfort food with a strong regional identity.
A respected Košice restaurant focused on grilled meats and steaks, offering a more upscale dining experience near the center.
A long-established restaurant in the historic center known for Slovak and regional cuisine in a traditional, elegant setting.
A popular, well-known city-center restaurant serving Slovak and Central European dishes with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
More affordable than Bratislava and many EU cities. Meals, coffee, and local transport are usually reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is often included only partly in prices, so a 5-10% tip is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis. No tip is expected for counter service.
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