The cheapest and fastest trains from Košice to Prague
Cheapest price
50S$
Average price
79S$
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Košice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Prague will cost around 79S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 50S$.
Of the 20 trains that leave Košice for Prague every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 518 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)3:50 AM8h28Kosice12:18 PMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)9:36 PM8h10Kosice5:46 AMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)4:03 AM8h15Kysak station12:18 PMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)9:49 PM7h57Kysak station5:46 AMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
Ex 502 · Os 3310 · EC 128 · SC 5185:34 AM8h52Kosice2:26 PMPrague hlavní nádraží68 S$1One-way3 changes
SC 2402:48 PM7h54Kosice10:42 PMPrague hlavní nádraží121 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)9:49 PM7h57Kysak station5:46 AMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)9:36 PM8h10Kosice5:46 AMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)8:04 AM8h14Kysak station4:18 PMPrague hlavní nádraží80 S$1One-way0 changes
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)4:03 AM8h15Kysak station12:18 PMPrague hlavní nádraží50 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Košice to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Košice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 25S$. 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 25S$, and a flight costs an average of 47S$.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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39S$ Average Price Cheapest | 379S$ Average Price | 79S$ Average Price |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Košice to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Prague trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:36 PM Kosice | 8h10 | 5:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:49 PM Kysak station | 7h57 | 5:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EN 442 | 10:07 PM Kosice | 9h19 | 7:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 680 · EC 282 | 11:45 PM Kosice | 10h38 | 10:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 3:50 AM Kosice | 8h28 | 12:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 4:03 AM Kysak station | 8h15 | 12:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
Ex 600 · R 348 · EC 116 | 4:07 AM Kosice | 9h45 | 1:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
Ex 600 · rj 174 | 4:07 AM Kosice | 10h19 | 2:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
Ex 502 · Os 3310 · EC 128 | 5:34 AM Kosice | 9h18 | 2:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
Ex 502 · Os 3310 · EC 128 · SC 518 | 5:34 AM Kosice | 8h52 | 2:26 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
Ex 606 · EC 142 | 7:07 AM Kosice | 8h45 | 3:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 7:48 AM Kosice | 8h30 | 4:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 8:04 AM Kysak station | 8h14 | 4:18 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
Ex 608 · rj 276 | 8:07 AM Kosice | 10h16 | 6:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Ex 610 · EC 124 | 9:07 AM Kosice | 9h45 | 6:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Ex 610 · R 346 · EC 114 | 9:07 AM Kosice | 8h45 | 5:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
Ex 614 · EC 140 | 11:07 AM Kosice | 8h45 | 7:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Ex 616 · rj 272 | 12:07 PM Kosice | 10h16 | 10:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Ex 618 · R 344 · EC 112 | 1:07 PM Kosice | 8h45 | 9:52 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
SC 240 | 2:48 PM Kosice | 7h54 | 10:42 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Košice to Prague
Trains from Košice to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 25S$ if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 518 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price 25S$ |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, České dráhy, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Košice to Prague trainsRegioJet a.s., Leo Express, České dráhy, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Košice and Prague from 25S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Košice to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice to Prague by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Košice and Prague
Most Košice to Prague trains use the Kosice to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Zahradní Město. Use this guide to compare Košice and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Košice station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Kosice from Košice city centre
Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Kosice train station facilities and services
Kosice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Med Malina, Villa Regia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kosice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kosice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kosice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kosice: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice, Hotel Yasmin Kosice, Boutique Hotel Maraton.
Kosice predmestie train station facilities and services
Kosice predmestie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kosice predmestie.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kosice predmestie.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kosice predmestie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kosice predmestie: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice predmestie.
Getting to Košice, Autobusová Stanica from Košice city centre
Košice, Autobusová Stanica is 1 km from Košice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Košice, Autobusová Stanica train station facilities and services
Košice, Autobusová Stanica has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Košice, Autobusová Stanica.
Which Prague station do trains from Košice arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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