The cheapest and fastest trains from Košice to Prague
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
7 h 58 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Košice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Prague will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 15 trains that leave Košice for Prague on Sun, Nov 30, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 518 km distance in an average of 8 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 58 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 8 h 21 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.
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · R 1100 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1000 (Bohumín -> Prague)
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)
LE1250
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)
Ex 608 · EC 126 · SC 506
Ex 612 · EC 124 · SC 504
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Košice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 518 km
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price | €257 Average price |
8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Košice to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Prague trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 8:42 PM Kosice | 7h58 | 4:40 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · R 1102 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1002 (Opava východ -> Prague) | 8:42 PM Kosice | 11h38 | 8:20 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 2 transfers | |
EN 442 | 9:07 PM Kosice | 9h44 | 6:51 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1250 | 10:19 PM Kosice | 9h08 | 7:27 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1250 | 10:19 PM Kosice | 9h01 | 7:20 AM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 680 · EC 282 | 10:45 PM Kosice | 10h30 | 9:15 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
LE1254 | 2:42 AM Kosice | 9h45 | 12:27 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE1254 | 2:42 AM Kosice | 9h38 | 12:20 PM Praha-Libeň | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 2:50 AM Kosice | 8h30 | 11:20 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 2:50 AM Kosice | 8h19 | 11:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 6:48 AM Kosice | 8h32 | 3:20 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 6:48 AM Kosice | 8h21 | 3:09 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
Ex 608 · EC 126 · SC 506 | 7:07 AM Kosice | 8h17 | 3:24 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
Ex 608 · EC 126 | 7:07 AM Kosice | 8h29 | 3:36 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
Ex 610 · R 346 · EC 114 | 8:07 AM Kosice | 8h29 | 4:36 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
Ex 612 · EC 124 | 9:07 AM Kosice | 8h29 | 5:36 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
Ex 612 · EC 124 · SC 504 | 9:07 AM Kosice | 8h17 | 5:24 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Košice to Prague
Trains from Košice to Prague run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 518 km distance in 7h 58m.
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 7h 58m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Leo Express, České dráhy, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Košice to Prague trainsRegiojet, Leo Express, České dráhy, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Košice and Prague from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Leo Express
České dráhy
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Trains from Košice to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Kosice, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prague hlavní nádraží, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Košice to Prague
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Staničné námestie.
- Med Malina
- Villa Regia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice
- Hotel Yasmin Kosice
- Boutique Hotel Maraton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 2, 4, 6, 9
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
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