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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Košice
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Košice will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 14 buses that leave Budapest for Košice on Sun, Dec 21, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Košice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €260.
Distance: 213 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €463 Average price |
8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 12m Average total duration 15h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Košice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Košice buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h50 | 1:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h25 | 1:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 4:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 4:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 6:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 6:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h45 | 9:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h20 | 9:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h35 | 11:05 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h10 | 11:05 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h31 | 2:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h05 | 2:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 8:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Budapest to Košice
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Buses from Budapest to Košice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 213 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KošiceYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Košice with FlixBus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Košice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, which is located around 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Košice, Autobusová stanica, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Košice
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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