Train from Budapest to Košice: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Budapest to Košice on July 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Slovak Rail
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationCheapest
Slovak Rail
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Népliget
Kosice Train StationNo tags
Slovak Rail
Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar
Kosice Train StationNo 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 NZ$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
3h 25mAverage Duration
131 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceNZ$39 - NZ$102Average Duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceNZ$64 - NZ$139Average 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 NZ$64. The average price for this train route is around NZ$65. 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 (213 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 5 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
06/30
NZ$59
07/01
NZ$59
Today
NZ$59
07/03
NZ$59
07/04
NZ$59
07/05
NZ$59
07/06
NZ$59
07/07
NZ$59
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Košice was searched and found on Jul 5, 2026 with a price of NZ$59

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 NZ$59 to NZ$86 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 NZ$59 which is on 2026-07-05.

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