Next available departures

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	18h 22m	3:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet		3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on July 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet		3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Budapest

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

211 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 355 - ZAR 924	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 596 - ZAR 1,161	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Košice and Budapest?

Košice

A
Kosice Train Station
Staničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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B
AS
Staničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Budapest Airport
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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Train companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/537 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi2.8

Based on 37 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 596

HU train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn Regio

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Budapest by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Košice to Budapest?
The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Budapest start at ZAR 596. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 603. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Košice to Budapest?
The average train trip from Košice to Budapest takes 4h 5m and covers 213 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Košice to Budapest route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Košice to Budapest?
The earliest train from Košice to Budapest departs at 3:50am. The latest train departs at 9:36pm.

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Košice and Budapest?

Košice

Kosice Train Station

AS

Budapest

Népliget

Budapest Airport

Kelenföld

Mexikói út

Train companies

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Budapest by train

How much is the train ticket from Košice to Budapest?

How long is the train ride from Košice to Budapest?

Which train operators serve the Košice to Budapest route?

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Košice to Budapest?

Top Travelled Train Routes

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