- Must visit
Podtatranské Museum
Poprad’s main museum presents local history, archaeology, crafts, and the famous Gánovce Neanderthal cast, making it the city’s top museum stop.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, while a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€2 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad costing on average €4.
Other travel options to Poprad take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
The journey is about 4m faster (24m by train vs 28m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€2 vs €5). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Leo Express, RegioJet a.s..
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad trains for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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LE1250 | 9:52 PM Spisska Nova Ves | 0h24 | 10:16 PM Poprad-Tatry | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 10:39 PM Spisska Nova Ves | 0h19 | 10:58 PM Poprad-Tatry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
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Poprad’s main museum presents local history, archaeology, crafts, and the famous Gánovce Neanderthal cast, making it the city’s top museum stop.
Gallery housed in a former steam power station, known for unusual industrial architecture and quality contemporary art programming.
A branch museum in Spišská Sobota focused on middle-class home culture, period interiors, and urban life in the historic suburb.
Poprad’s best-known historic district, with a preserved square, burgher houses, and a calm atmosphere ideal for walking and photography.
The city’s main pedestrian square with shops, public buildings, fountains, and events, serving as the practical heart of modern Poprad.
Popular riverside and leisure zone around the Poprad city water park, with walking paths and mountain views near central facilities.
Potato dumplings mixed with bryndza sheep cheese and topped with bacon. Slovakia’s signature mountain dish, common across the Tatras and especially beloved in the region.
Small potato dumplings with tangy sauerkraut, often mixed with onion and bacon. A hearty highland staple suited to the cold climate of northern Slovakia.
Crisp potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram. A popular traditional snack or side in Slovak homes and rustic restaurants.
Established restaurant inside Hotel Europa serving refined Slovak and international dishes in a historic Art Nouveau setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant in nearby Spišská Sobota with craft beer, hearty Slovak dishes, and a polished historic setting.
Traditional Slovak restaurant known for bryndzové halušky, grilled meats, and rustic Tatra atmosphere near the center.
Moderate for Slovakia: hotels rise in ski season, but dining and local transit stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often not included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad 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 Poprad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Spišská Nová Ves to Poprad trains use the Spisska Nova Ves to Poprad-Tatry station pair. Use this guide to compare Spišská Nová Ves and Poprad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Spisska Nova Ves has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spisska Nova Ves.
ATMs are available at Spisska Nova Ves.
Available at Spisska Nova Ves: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Spisska Nova Ves: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spisska Nova Ves.
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.
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