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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Košice
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€37
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Košice will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from Prague to Košice, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 518 km distance in an average of 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 13 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 8 h 51 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 1021 (Prague -> Košice)9:03 PM9h09Prague hlavní nádraží6:12 AMKosice€311One-way0 transfers- RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)9:03 PM8h51Prague hlavní nádraží5:54 AMKysak station€311One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM8h13Prague hlavní nádraží3:54 PMKysak station€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)2:41 PM8h13Prague hlavní nádraží10:54 PMKysak station€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM8h31Prague hlavní nádraží4:12 PMKosice€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM8h13Prague hlavní nádraží3:54 PMKysak station€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)2:41 PM8h13Prague hlavní nádraží10:54 PMKysak station€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM8h31Prague hlavní nádraží4:12 PMKosice€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)2:41 PM8h31Prague hlavní nádraží11:12 PMKosice€401One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)9:03 PM8h51Prague hlavní nádraží5:54 AMKysak station€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Košice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €144.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €144 Average price | €45 Average price | €122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Košice:
A train is €17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Košice costing on average €45.
A train is €116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Košice costing on average €144.
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 1m.
Bus takes on average 10h 33m.
Live departures
Prague to Košice train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Košice trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h31 | 4:12 PM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h13 | 3:54 PM Kysak station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 2:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h13 | 10:54 PM Kysak station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 2:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h31 | 11:12 PM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h09 | 5:54 AM Kysak station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h27 | 6:12 AM Kosice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Košice
Czechia
Slovakia
Trains from Prague to Košice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 518 km distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Košice trainsRegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Prague and Košice from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Prague to Košice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Košice 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 Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Košice
Most Prague to Košice trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Kosice station pair, with some services arriving at Kysak. Use this guide to compare Prague and Košice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Košice leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Which Košice station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Kosice from Košice city centre
Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Kosice train station facilities and services
Kosice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Med Malina, Villa Regia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kosice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kosice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kosice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kosice: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice, Hotel Yasmin Kosice, Boutique Hotel Maraton.
Kosice predmestie train station facilities and services
Kosice predmestie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kosice predmestie.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kosice predmestie.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kosice predmestie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kosice predmestie: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice predmestie.
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