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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Košice to Budapest
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Košice to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Budapest will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 20 buses that leave Košice for Budapest on Mon, Aug 03, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
FlixBus3:25 PM4h20Košice, Autobusová stanica7:45 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€231One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:25 PM3h51Košice, Autobusová stanica7:16 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€231One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:50 PM3h00Košice, Autobusová stanica8:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€241One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:50 PM3h20Košice, Autobusová stanica9:10 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€241One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:00 PM3h30Košice, Autobusová stanica1:30 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€251One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:50 PM3h00Košice, Autobusová stanica8:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M€241One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM3h05Košice, Autobusová stanica12:05 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:00 AM3h05Košice, Autobusová stanica7:05 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:25 AM3h10Košice, Autobusová stanica6:35 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:25 AM3h10Košice, Autobusová stanica5:35 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér€321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Košice to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Košice to Budapest 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 3h 27m. 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 €157.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price | €223 Average price |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 7m Average total duration 11h 7m 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
Košice to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h30 | 1:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus | 2:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 4h00 | 6:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h10 | 5:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h35 | 6:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h10 | 6:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h36 | 7:01 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h31 | 7:31 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h05 | 7:05 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h15 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h46 | 10:46 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
 RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) | 7:48 AM Kosice | 21h57 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) | 7:48 AM Kosice | 22h17 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:04 AM Kysak station | 22h01 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h05 | 12:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h30 | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 4h20 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h25 | 6:50 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h51 | 7:16 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h00 | 8:50 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 PM Košice, Autobusová stanica | 3h20 | 9:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Košice to Budapest
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Buses from Košice to Budapest run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. 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 5m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Košice to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Košice to Budapest 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 Košice to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Košice to Budapest
Most Košice to Budapest buses use the Košice, Autobusová stanica to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér. Use this guide to compare Košice and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses from Košice arrive at?
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, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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