Train from Budapest to Košice: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Budapest to Košice on October 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationCheapest
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kelenföld
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Kelenföld
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Népliget
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:28 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Košice

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 69,862, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
3h 25mAverage Duration
131 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCOP 69,862 - COP 219,840Average Duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCOP 120,773 - COP 296,837Average Duration3h 49m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Košice by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Budapest to Košice?

    The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Košice start from COP 120,773. The average price for this train route is around COP 121,470. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Budapest to Košice is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 132 miles (212 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Slovak Rail.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Budapest to Košice?

    The earliest train departs from Budapest to Košice at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:25pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/06
COP 106,801
10/07
COP 105,971
Today
COP 106,104
10/09
COP 106,104
10/10
COP 106,203
10/11
COP 106,104
10/12
COP 106,137
10/13
COP 106,203
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Košice was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of COP 105,971

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

You can expect to pay from COP 105,971 to COP 154,857 for a train ticket from Budapest to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 106,104 which is on 2026-10-09.

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