The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Košice
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
16
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 €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 16 buses that leave Budapest for Košice on Fri, Jun 19, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 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 Fri, Jun 19 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.
FlixBus6:45 PM3h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar10:30 PMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 PM3h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar12:05 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 AM3h25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:10 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:05 AM3h05Budapest, Mexikói Út M11:10 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:45 AM3h25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar9:10 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:05 AM3h05Budapest, Mexikói Út M11:10 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:55 PM3h10Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér12:05 AMKošice, Autobusová stanica€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:40 PM3h15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér7:55 PMKošice, Autobusová stanica€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:10 PM3h15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér5:25 PMKošice, Autobusová stanica€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 PM3h20Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér10:30 PMKošice, Autobusová stanica€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Košice
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 54m. 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 €17, and a flight costs an average of €160.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €188 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 40m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Košice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Košice buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h50 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h31 | 3:30 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 9:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 11:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 3h05 | 11:10 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · (Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h22 | 6:12 AM Kosice | 2 transfers | |
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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Košice
Buses from Budapest to Košice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 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 15m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
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 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to KošiceYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Košice with FlixBus for as low as €17. 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.

- FlixBus
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Košice
- 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
- 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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