How much is the train ticket from Košice to Prague?

The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Prague start at $24. The average price for this train route is around $53. 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 Prague?

The average train trip from Košice to Prague takes 8h 28m and covers 517 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 52m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators serve the Košice to Prague route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Leo Express , Slovak Rail , RegioJet .

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

The earliest train from Košice to Prague departs at 3:42am. The latest train departs at 11:19pm.

What is the best train operator from Košice to Prague?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Košice to Prague?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Košice to Prague?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Košice to Prague?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Slovak Rail , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Košice to Prague from $21

Next train departures

Next departures for Košice to Prague on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 58m	5:40am	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	9h 8m	8:27am	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	8h 21m	4:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 58m	5:40am	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	8h 21m	4:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 58m	5:40am	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	9h 8m	8:27am	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	9h 8m	8:27am	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Prague on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	8h 19m	12:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	Cheapest
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 52m	10:40pm	Prague Liben Train Station	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	9h 45m	1:27pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	8h 21m	4:09pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags
Train	2:48pm	Kosice Train Station	7h 59m	10:47pm	Hlavní nádraží	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Prague

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 8 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

8h 28mAverage Duration

517 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$53 - $174	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $144	Average Duration8h 28m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

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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Prague

A
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
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B
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
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C
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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D
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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E
Tomíčkova
Tomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
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F
Praha-Smichov
Praha-Smíchov, 150 00 Praha-Praha 5, Czechia

Train companies

Leo Express

3.5/549 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.8

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

CZ train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Prague 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 Prague?
The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Prague start at $24. The average price for this train route is around $53. 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 Prague?
The average train trip from Košice to Prague takes 8h 28m and covers 517 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 52m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Košice to Prague route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Leo Express, Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Košice to Prague?
The earliest train from Košice to Prague departs at 3:42am. The latest train departs at 11:19pm.
What is the best train operator from Košice to Prague?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Košice to Prague?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Košice to Prague?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Košice to Prague?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Slovak Rail, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$89

11-27

$41

Today

$41

11-29

$28

11-30

$41

12-01

$28

12-02

$22

12-03

$22

The cheapest trip from Košice to Prague was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Košice to Prague, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $207 for a train ticket from Košice to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Leo Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Košice to Prague?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time13h 25m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time8h 28m	Avg Price$53	Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Košice and Prague is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $53 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $24. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Prague, choose the train, as it will take you from Košice to Prague in about 8h 28m —that's the fastest way to get there!