- Must visit
East Slovak Museum
Leading regional museum with archaeology, natural history, and the famous Košice Gold Treasure in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€34
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€47
Fastest journey on Aug 29
6 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
7 h 10 m
Buses on Aug 29
17
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Košice will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 17 buses from Vienna to Košice, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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 train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, while a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Vienna to Košice:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Košice costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 3m.
Bus takes on average 7h 39m.
Tickets start at around €33 compared to roughly €100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €67. The journey takes 7h 39m versus 5h 24m 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, LeviTour, Slovak Lines Express a.s., Slovak Lines Express, BlaBlaCar, Interbus.
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 02:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €41 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Košice buses for today, Friday, August 28. 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 | 7:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h15 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h45 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
707803 | 9:30 PM Vienna, Erdberg | 8h20 | 5:50 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 10:00 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 7h50 | 5:50 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h40 | 9:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h05 | 12:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h25 | 12:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h10 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
707803 | 8:45 AM Vienna, Erdberg | 9h05 | 5:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h10 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
707803 | 9:15 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 8h35 | 5:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h55 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h20 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h10 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h45 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h15 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h20 | 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Vienna to Košice run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €22 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Košice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Košice trip today.
Leading regional museum with archaeology, natural history, and the famous Košice Gold Treasure in a grand historic building.
Museum dedicated to Slovakia’s aviation history, displaying aircraft, engines, and technical exhibits near the airport.
Major art museum in a historic prison building, presenting Slovak and international modern and contemporary exhibitions.
Košice’s grand central promenade, lined with historic facades, fountains, shops, and major monuments for an easy city walk.
Historic main square around the cathedral and singing fountain, ideal for architecture, events, and people-watching.
Popular urban park with paths, sports areas, seasonal events, and local atmosphere just outside the old town.
Bryndzové halušky are potato dumplings with salty sheep cheese and bacon. It is Slovakia’s best-known national dish and common in eastern Slovak homes and inns.
Kapustnica is a rich sauerkraut soup often cooked with smoked meat, sausage, and mushrooms. It is a festive staple, especially at Christmas and family gatherings.
Pirohy are filled dumplings, often stuffed with bryndza, potato, or cabbage. They are a beloved traditional comfort food across eastern Slovakia.
Elegant fine dining near the historic center, known for refined Slovak and international cuisine, careful plating, and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional Slovak restaurant with hearty regional dishes, rustic decor, and a central location popular for bryndzové halušky and soups.
Well-known restaurant in a historic building offering upscale Slovak and European dishes, wines, and a more formal old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for Europe: hotels are often cheaper than capitals, meals are reasonable, and public transport is low-cost for visitors.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change or round up is common.
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Košice, Autobusová stanica -> Hlavná ulica, Košice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Košice 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 Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Košice buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Košice, Autobusová stanica station pair, with some services arriving at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). Use this guide to compare Vienna and Košice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes are within the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Wien. ATMs are aTMs are available within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien.
Available at Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien: The station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) is 11 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). ATMs are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Ticket office support is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Basic accessibility for buses.
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