- 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
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poprad to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poprad to Košice will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Poprad for Košice on Wed, Aug 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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 1011 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poprad to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€4 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Poprad to Košice:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Poprad to Košice costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 42m.
The table below shows live departures for Poprad to Košice trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 6:04 AM Poprad-Tatry | 1h33 | 7:37 AM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 2:52 PM Poprad-Tatry | 1h20 | 4:12 PM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:53 PM Poprad-Tatry | 1h19 | 11:12 PM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Poprad to Košice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:19 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.
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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Kosice Airport -> Hlavná ulica, Košice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poprad to Košice 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 Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poprad to Košice trains use the Poprad-Tatry to Kosice station pair, with some services arriving at Košice, Autobusová Stanica. Use this guide to compare Poprad and Košice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Poprad-Tatry 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 options include: Restaurant Koliba, Penzión Fortuna
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Poprad-Tatry. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Poprad-Tatry. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poprad-Tatry: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poprad-Tatry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poprad-Tatry: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Satel, Hotel Europa, Hotel Poprad.
Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Med Malina, Villa Regia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kosice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kosice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kosice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kosice: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice, Hotel Yasmin Kosice, Boutique Hotel Maraton.
Košice, Autobusová Stanica is 1 km from Košice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Košice, Autobusová Stanica has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Košice, Autobusová Stanica.
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