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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Košice
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €28
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €33
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 3 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 3 h 13 m
- Buses on Nov 01
- 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 €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 14 buses from Budapest to Košice, including 13 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 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, Nov 01 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.
FlixBus5:45 AM 3h25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 9:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica €28 1 One-way 0 transfers- FlixBus
8:30 PM 3h35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica €30 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
6:45 PM 3h45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica €30 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
8:55 PM 3h10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica €31 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
4:15 PM 3h40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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12:25 AM 3h05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica €33 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
8:55 PM 3h10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica €31 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
4:40 PM 3h15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica €35 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
2:10 PM 3h15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica €34 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
7:10 PM 3h20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica €32 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Košice
Hungary
Slovakia
Buses from Budapest to Košice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 5m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Budapest to Košice trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Budapest to Košice.
Live departures
Budapest to Košice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Košice buses for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h31 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 1 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h05 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 9:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 4h50 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h50 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h25 | 2:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 5:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 7:55 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h45 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h20 | 10:30 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h35 | 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h10 | 12:05 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Košice
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Košice
Most Budapest to Košice buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Košice, Autobusová stanica station pair, with some services arriving at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Košice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Košice leave from?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Getting to Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) from Košice city centre
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) is 11 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) bus station facilities and services
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). ATMs are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Basic accessibility for buses.
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