Bus from Košice to Bratislava: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 17 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
AS
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyCheapestFastest
Slovak LinesBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01
AS Mlynské nivyNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
AS
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyNo tags
Slovak LinesBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01
AS Mlynské nivyNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
AS
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
AS
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyNo tags
Slovak LinesBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01
Bratislava Airport (BTS)No tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
AS
Most SNPNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:12 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Košice to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 5 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37train per day
5h 37mAverage duration
312 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 379 - R 1 219Average duration8h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 212 - R 581Average duration5h 37m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Bratislava by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Košice to Bratislava?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Košice to Bratislava start at R 379. The average price for this route is around R 667. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Košice to Bratislava?

    The average bus journey time from Košice to Bratislava is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 311 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Košice to Bratislava route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, Eurobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Košice to Bratislava?

    The earliest bus departs from Košice to Bratislava at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Košice to Bratislava?

    A bus trip from Košice to Bratislava produces an estimated 7.761425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Košice to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 187 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Košice to Bratislava?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Košice to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Košice to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Slovak Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/10
R 591
15/10
R 427
Today
R 447
17/10
R 447
18/10
R 476
19/10
R 379
20/10
R 554
21/10
R 552
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Košice to Bratislava was searched and found on 19 Oct 2026 with a price of R 379

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

You can expect to pay from R 379 to R 1 104 for a bus ticket from Košice to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 379, which is on 2026-10-19.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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