How much is the train ticket from Košice to Budapest?

The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Budapest start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 Budapest?

The average train ride duration from Košice to Budapest is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 132 miles (212 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators service the Košice to Budapest route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Košice to Budapest at 3:50am. And the latest train departs at 9:36pm.

Train Košice to Budapest from $33

Next available departures

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:42pm	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
5:42pm	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
5:42pm	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47pm	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	1d 2h	9:58am	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
	7:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	11:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
	7:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	11:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
	7:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	11:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on April 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Cheapest
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	16h 8m	7:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:36pm	Kosice Train Station	15h 22m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Budapest

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $56	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$36 - $67	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

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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Budapest

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

Slovak Rail

3.5/533 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.5

Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 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 $36

HU train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Košice to Budapest 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 Budapest?
The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Budapest start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $36. 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 Budapest?
The average train ride duration from Košice to Budapest is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 132 miles (212 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Košice to Budapest route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Košice to Budapest?
The earliest train departs from Košice to Budapest at 3:50am. And the latest train departs at 9:36pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/30

$33

03/31

$33

Today

$34

04/02

$34

04/03

$34

04/04

$34

04/05

$34

04/06

$34

The cheapest trip from Košice to Budapest was searched and found on Mar 31, 2026 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $49 for a train ticket from Košice to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-04-04.