How much is the train ticket from Budapest to Košice?

The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Košice start from PEN 129. The average price for this train route is around PEN 129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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 (213 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators service the Budapest to Košice route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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.

Train Budapest to Košice from PEN 116

Next available departures

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	8:14pm	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
4:25pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	8:14pm	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
4:25pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	8:14pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
6:25pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
6:25pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:50pm	Népliget	17h 22m	4:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on May 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	CheapestFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	6:25am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	3h 49m	10:14am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

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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 PEN 73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

131 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 73 - PEN 247	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 129 - PEN 314	Average Duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Budapest Airport
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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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

Slovak Rail

3.4/535 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.8

Based on 35 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 129

SK train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, ÖBB

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.

How much is the train ticket from Budapest to Košice?
The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Košice start from PEN 129. The average price for this train route is around PEN 129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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 (213 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Budapest to Košice route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
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.

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PEN 117

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The cheapest trip from Budapest to Košice was searched and found on May 16, 2026 with a price of PEN 117

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 PEN 117 to PEN 170 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 PEN 117 which is on 2026-05-18.