How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from £17. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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 194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Košice route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Slovak Lines , Eurobus .

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.

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

A bus journey from Bratislava to Košice produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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 149 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

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.

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 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bratislava to Košice from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Slovak Lines	Bus	23:00	AS Mlynské nivy	7h	06:00	AS	Cheapest
Slovak Lines	Bus	23:20	Airport (BTS)	6h 40m	06:00	AS	Fastest
	Bus	23:00	AS Mlynské nivy	7h	06:00	Stanicne Namestie 1458 040 01	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	9h 45m	09:10	AS	No tags
	Bus	23:35	Most SNP	9h 35m	09:10	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	Cheapest
	Bus	15:25	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 20m	21:45	AS	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	23:00	AS Mlynské nivy	7h	06:00	AS	No tags
	Bus	06:10	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 40m	14:50	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	9h 20m	09:10	AS	Cheapest
	Bus	15:25	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 20m	21:45	AS	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	No tags
	Bus	06:10	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 40m	14:50	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Slovak Lines	Bus	23:00	AS Mlynské nivy	7h	06:00	AS	Cheapest
	Bus	15:25	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 20m	21:45	AS	Fastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	No tags
	Bus	06:10	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 40m	14:50	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	06:35	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	5h 55m	12:30	AS	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	No tags
	Bus	15:40	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 25m	00:05	AS	No tags
	Bus	15:25	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 20m	21:45	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	06:35	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	5h 55m	12:30	AS	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	No tags
	Bus	15:40	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 25m	00:05	AS	No tags
	Bus	07:00	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 15m	13:15	AS	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Košice on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	06:35	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	5h 55m	12:30	AS	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:30	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 30m	12:00	AS	No tags
Slovak Lines	Bus	10:30	AS Mlynské nivy	7h 20m	17:50	AS	No tags
	Bus	15:40	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	8h 25m	00:05	AS	No tags
	Bus	15:25	AS Mlynské nivy	6h 20m	21:45	AS	No 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 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

5h 19mAverage duration

195 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £65	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £21	Average duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Košice?

Stops in Bratislava

A
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
D
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Slovak Lines

4.5/5151 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

Eurobus

4/542 reviews

SK Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bratislava to Košice

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Košice?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bratislava to Košice start from £17. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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 194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Košice route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, Eurobus.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Košice?
A bus journey from Bratislava to Košice produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 149 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava to Košice?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
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.
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 4.9 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

30/11

£29

01/12

£29

Today

£29

03/12

£27

04/12

£29

05/12

£27

06/12

£19

07/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Košice was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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 £19 to £63 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 £19, which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.