How much does a cheap train ticket from Košice to Budapest cost?

The average train ticket price from Košice to Budapest is $49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Budapest is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Košice to Budapest?

A train trip between Košice and Budapest is around 4h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 214 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Košice and Budapest?

The number of trains from Košice to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Budapest by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Košice to Budapest?

When taking the train from Košice to Budapest, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail, RegioJet.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Košice to Budapest?

Trains travelling between Košice and Budapest leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Népliget, Budapest Airport, Kelenföld.

Train Košice to Budapest from $44

Next departures

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 17
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 18
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 19
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 20
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 21
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 22
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	CheapestFastest
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 23
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Budapest on November 24
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	CheapestFastest
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 + RegioJet	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	22h 17m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	5:42am	Kosice Train Station	4h 5m	9:47am	Budapest Keleti Palyaudvar	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:14 PM CET.

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 $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

207 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $97	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $103	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.5

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

HU train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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

Stops in Košice

A - Kosice Train Station

B - AS

Stops in Budapest

A - Népliget

B - Budapest Airport

C - Kelenföld

D - Mexikói út

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Budapest by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Košice to Budapest cost?
The average train ticket price from Košice to Budapest is $49. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Budapest is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Košice to Budapest?
A train trip between Košice and Budapest is around 4h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 214 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Košice and Budapest?
The number of trains from Košice to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Budapest by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Košice to Budapest?
When taking the train from Košice to Budapest, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Košice to Budapest?
Trains travelling between Košice and Budapest leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Népliget, Budapest Airport, Kelenföld.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-15

$48

11-16

$48

Today

$48

11-18

$48

11-19

$48

11-20

$48

11-21

$48

11-22

$44

The cheapest trip from Košice to Budapest was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $44

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 $44 to $69 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 $44 which is on 2025-11-22.