How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from CZK 464. The average price for this route is around CZK 851. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Košice?

The average bus trip duration from Bratislava to Košice is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 193 miles (311 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Košice route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Slovak Lines , Eurobus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Košice at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Bratislava to Košice generates an estimated 7.760800000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Košice?

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 166 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bratislava to Košice?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Slovak Lines , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Bratislava to Košice from CZK 383 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on May 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	5h 55m	12:30pm	AS	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:30am	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00pm	Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 20m	10:30pm	AS	No tags
Bus	10:30am	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	5:50pm	Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01	No tags
Bus	3:40pm	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 25m	12:05am	AS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:09 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bratislava 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 5 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 542, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day

5h 38mAverage Duration

194 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCZK 464 - CZK 1,695	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCZK 542 - CZK 581	Average Duration5h 38m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Košice?

Stops in Bratislava

A
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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C
Bratislava Airport
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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

Stops in Košice

A
AS
Staničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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B
Kosice Train Station
Staničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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C
Košice, SK
Rosná 1900/24, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
D
Kosice
Vojvodská, 040 01 Košice IV - Slovakia
E
Nám. osloboditeľov
Námestie osloboditeľov 2453, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
F
Moldava nad Bodvou
Hlavná, 045 01 Moldava nad Bodvou, Slovakia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,698 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Slovak Lines

4.5/5166 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi4.2

Eurobus

3.8/542 reviews

SK bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bratislava to Košice by bus

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 bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from CZK 464. The average price for this route is around CZK 851. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Košice?
The average bus trip duration from Bratislava to Košice is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 193 miles (311 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Košice route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, Eurobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bratislava to Košice?
The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Košice at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Košice?
A bus trip from Bratislava to Košice generates an estimated 7.760800000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Košice?
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 166 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava to Košice?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bratislava to Košice?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bratislava to Košice?
According to Busbud traveler 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

05/22

CZK 768

05/23

CZK 1,302

Today

CZK 613

05/25

CZK 562

05/26

CZK 523

05/27

CZK 523

05/28

CZK 728

05/29

CZK 728

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Košice was searched and found on May 26, 2026 with a price of CZK 523

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

You can expect to pay from CZK 523 to CZK 1,620 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 523 which is on 2026-05-26.

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.