How much is the train ticket from Bratislava to Košice?

The cheapest train tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $26. 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 Bratislava to Košice?

The average train ride duration from Bratislava to Košice is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 193 miles (311 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators service the Bratislava to Košice route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Bratislava to Košice at 4:15am. And the latest train departs at 11:02pm.

Train Bratislava to Košice from $23

Next train departures

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Košice on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 32m	9:53am	Kosice Train Station	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	5h 5m	10:26am	Kosice Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

5h 32mAverage Duration

193 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $80	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $28	Average Duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Bratislava

A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Košice

A
Kosice Train Station
Staničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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B
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Staničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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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 $25

Slovak Rail Bratislava Košice recent customer reviews

The trip was terrible, the train stopped in the middle of the way, the passengers were dropped off, part of the way was taken by bus, then by another train. The inconvenience with things is not as important as the fact that we were late for the next train. We were forced to pay extra money, be nervous and take a detour trying to catch the next trains. A terrible trip, I do not recommend it to anyone.

Hanna M.

May 14, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bratislava 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.

How much is the train ticket from Bratislava to Košice?
The cheapest train tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $26. 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 Bratislava to Košice?
The average train ride duration from Bratislava to Košice is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 193 miles (311 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Bratislava to Košice route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bratislava to Košice?
The earliest train departs from Bratislava to Košice at 4:15am. And the latest train departs at 11:02pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/31

$24

04/01

$24

Today

$23

04/03

$23

04/04

$23

04/05

$23

04/06

$23

04/07

$23

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Košice was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $31 for a train ticket from Bratislava to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-04-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bratislava to Košice?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 5m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures22
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 32m	Avg Price$26	Daily Departures31

The best way to travel between Bratislava and Košice is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $26 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Košice, choose the train, as it will take you from Bratislava to Košice in about 5h 32m - that's the fastest way to get there!