How much is the train ticket from Košice to Bratislava?

The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Bratislava start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $26. 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 Košice to Bratislava?

The average train ride duration from Košice to Bratislava is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators service the Košice to Bratislava route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Košice to Bratislava at 4:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Train Košice to Bratislava from $18

Next train departures

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45pm	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	5:24am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45pm	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	5:24am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	9:25am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45pm	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	5:24am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Bratislava on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45pm	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	5:24am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	5:34am	Kosice Train Station	4h 46m	10:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	5h 13m	9:20am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 5 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day

5h 18mAverage Duration

195 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $87	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $27	Average Duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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

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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Bratislava

A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Train Companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at $26

Train and bus companies in SK:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Košice to Bratislava 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 Košice to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Bratislava start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $26. 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 Košice to Bratislava?
The average train ride duration from Košice to Bratislava is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Košice to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Košice to Bratislava?
The earliest train departs from Košice to Bratislava at 4:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$18

12/10

$25

Today

$25

12/12

$18

12/13

$18

12/14

$23

12/15

$23

12/16

$23

The cheapest trip from Košice to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $31 for a train ticket from Košice to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Košice to Bratislava?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 30m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 18m	Avg Price$26	Daily Departures30

The best way to travel between Košice and Bratislava is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $26 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $26. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bratislava, choose the train, as it will take you from Košice to Bratislava in about 5h 18m - that's the fastest way to get there!