Bus from Bratislava to Košice: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 9 February
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FlixbusBus
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
ASCheapestFastest
Slovak LinesBus
AS Mlynské nivy
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Slovak Lines
Bus
AS Mlynské nivy
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FlixbusBus
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
ASNo tags
Slovak LinesBus
AS Mlynské nivy
ASNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bratislava to Košice

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 5 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 415, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day
5h 21mAverage duration
314 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 344 - R 1 130Average duration7h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 415 - R 454Average duration5h 21m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bratislava to Košice by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Košice start at R 344. The average price for this route is around R 620. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Bratislava to Košice?

    The average bus journey time from Bratislava to Košice is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 307 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Košice route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, Eurobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bratislava to Košice?

    The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Košice at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Košice?

    A bus trip from Bratislava to Košice produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Košice?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 159 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava to Košice?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bratislava to Košice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bratislava to Košice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Slovak Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/02
R 609
07/02
R 569
Today
R 609
09/02
R 389
10/02
R 359
11/02
R 538
12/02
R 528
13/02
R 558
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bratislava to Košice was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of R 359

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

You can expect to pay from R 359 to R 1 176 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 359, which is on 2026-02-10.

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