How much is the train ticket from Prague to Košice?

The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Košice start from R 354. The average price for this train route is around R 707. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Prague to Košice?

The average train journey time from Prague to Košice is 8h 27m, covering a distance of 517 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 2m and is operated by Leo Express .

Which train operators serve the Prague to Košice route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Leo Express , RegioJet , Slovak Rail .

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

The earliest train from Prague to Košice departs at 05:41. And the latest train departs at 22:16.

Which is the best train operator from Prague to Košice?

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 1058 reviews.

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

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Prague to Košice?

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 Prague to Košice?

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 Prague to Košice from R 327

Next train departures

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:24	Hlavní nádraží	8h 44m	06:08	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:05	Prague Liben Train Station	8h 7m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	07:47	Hlavní nádraží	8h 25m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	20:53	Hlavní nádraží	11h 19m	08:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	14:47	Hlavní nádraží	8h 25m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:44	Hlavní nádraží	8h 24m	06:08	Kosice Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:58	Hlavní nádraží	8h 51m	22:49	Železničná stanica	No tags
Train	07:47	Hlavní nádraží	8h 25m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	22:16	Hlavní nádraží	9h 56m	08:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	13:58	Hlavní nádraží	8h 51m	22:49	Železničná stanica	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Hlavní nádraží	8h 59m	06:12	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	07:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	14:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	20:45	Hlavní nádraží	11h 27m	08:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Hlavní nádraží	8h 59m	06:12	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	07:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	14:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	20:45	Hlavní nádraží	11h 27m	08:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:45	Hlavní nádraží	8h 27m	06:12	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	05:52	Hlavní nádraží	8h 20m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	07:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	05:52	Hlavní nádraží	8h 20m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	14:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	05:52	Hlavní nádraží	8h 20m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	14:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	05:52	Hlavní nádraží	8h 20m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	21:45	Hlavní nádraží	8h 27m	06:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	Train	13:41	Hlavní nádraží	9h 31m	23:12	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	21:45	Hlavní nádraží	8h 27m	06:12	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
	Train	07:41	Hlavní nádraží	8h 31m	16:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	Train	22:16	Hlavní nádraží	9h 56m	08:12	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Prague to Košice on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:52	Hlavní nádraží	8h 20m	14:12	Kosice Train Station	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Prague to Košice

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 8 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 354, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

8h 27mAverage duration

517 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 636 - R 2 580	Average duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 354 - R 1 885	Average duration8h 27m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

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 hl.n
Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia

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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Train Companies

Leo Express

3.5/549 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi2.8

RegioJet

4/51 060 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.2

SK train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prague to Košice by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Prague to Košice?
The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Košice start from R 354. The average price for this train route is around R 707. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Prague to Košice?
The average train journey time from Prague to Košice is 8h 27m, covering a distance of 517 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 2m and is operated by Leo Express.
Which train operators serve the Prague to Košice route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Leo Express, RegioJet, Slovak Rail.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Prague to Košice?
The earliest train from Prague to Košice departs at 05:41. And the latest train departs at 22:16.
Which is the best train operator from Prague to Košice?
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 1058 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Košice?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Prague to Košice?
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 Prague to Košice?
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

10/12

R 328

11/12

R 537

Today

R 498

13/12

R 498

14/12

R 602

15/12

R 498

16/12

R 498

17/12

R 726

The cheapest trip from Prague to Košice was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 328

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

You can expect to pay from R 328 to R 1 586 for a train ticket from Prague to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 498, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Slovak Rail 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 Prague to Košice?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time13h 25m	Avg priceR 1 014	Daily departures26
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 27m	Avg priceR 707	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Prague and Košice is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 707 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 354. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Košice, choose the train, as it will take you from Prague to Košice in about 8h 27m – that's the fastest way to get there!