Train from Košice to Budapest: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Košice to Budapest on 19 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
Budapest Keleti PalyaudvarCheapest
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
Budapest Keleti PalyaudvarFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
KelenföldNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
Budapest Keleti PalyaudvarNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
NépligetNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
Budapest Keleti PalyaudvarNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
KelenföldNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kosice Train Station
Budapest Keleti PalyaudvarNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:56 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
3h 30mAverage duration
211 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 343 - R 1 144Average duration3h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 601 - R 1 274Average duration4h 5m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Budapest by train

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 train ticket from Košice to Budapest?

    The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Budapest start from R 601. The average price for this train route is around R 614. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Košice to Budapest?

    The average train journey time from Košice to Budapest is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 213 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 56m and is operated by Slovak Rail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Košice to Budapest route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Košice to Budapest departs at 03:50. And the latest train departs at 21:36.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
17/10
R 543
18/10
R 543
Today
R 543
20/10
R 543
21/10
R 543
22/10
R 543
23/10
R 543
24/10
R 536
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Košice to Budapest was searched and found on 24 Oct 2026 with a price of R 536

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

You can expect to pay from R 536 to R 787 for a train ticket from Košice to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 536, which is on 2026-10-24.

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