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Next departures for Budapest to Košice on September 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Könyves Kálmán	3h 25m	9:10am	AS	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Mexikói út	3h 5m	11:10am	AS	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	Toilet Power outlets	7:58am	Kelenföld	15h 14m	11:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:45am	Könyves Kálmán	3h 25m	11:10am	AS	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	Toilet Power outlets	2:58pm	Kelenföld	15h 14m	6:12am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:00am	Könyves Kálmán	3h 50m	2:50pm	AS	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	Toilet Power outlets	10:50pm	Népliget	17h 22m	4:12pm	Kosice Train Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:45pm	Könyves Kálmán	3h 40m	5:25pm	AS	No 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 MAD 209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

131 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 209 - MAD 637	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 354 - MAD 747	Average Duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Budapest and Košice

Stops in Budapest

A
Budapest Airport
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B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Stops in Košice

A
AS
Staničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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B
Kosice Train Station
Staničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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C
Košice, SK
Rosná 1900/24, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
D
Kosice
Vojvodská, 040 01 Košice IV - Slovakia
E
Nám. osloboditeľov
Námestie osloboditeľov 2453, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
F
Moldava nad Bodvou
Hlavná, 045 01 Moldava nad Bodvou, Slovakia

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FlixBus

3.5/515,605 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Robert Megyehazi

SK bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, KLR Bus, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Euroclub

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Košice by bus

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 bus ticket from Budapest to Košice?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Košice start from MAD 209. The average price for this route is around MAD 265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Košice?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Košice is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 131 miles (211 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Košice route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Robert Megyehazi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Košice?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Košice at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Košice?
A bus trip from Budapest to Košice generates an estimated 5.261075000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Košice?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15443 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Košice?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Košice?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Košice?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

09/08

MAD 333

09/09

MAD 287

Today

MAD 230

09/11

MAD 247

09/12

MAD 241

09/13

MAD 253

09/14

MAD 230

09/15

MAD 230

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Košice was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of MAD 230

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 230 to MAD 506 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 230 which is on 2026-09-14.