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

The average train ticket price from Košice to Bratislava is £20. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Bratislava 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 train trip from Košice to Bratislava?

A train trip between Košice and Bratislava is around 5h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 195 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Košice and Bratislava?

The number of trains from Košice to Bratislava can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Bratislava by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Košice to Bratislava?

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

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

Trains travelling between Košice and Bratislava leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Nové Mesto, Bratislava Airport, Most SNP.

Train Košice to Bratislava from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	06:10	Kosice Train Station	5h 15m	11:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	06:10	Kosice Train Station	5h 15m	11:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

Next departures from Košice to Bratislava on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	Kosice Train Station	5h 39m	05:24	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Cheapest
Train	05:35	Kosice Train Station	4h 50m	10:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	Fastest
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags
Train	04:07	Kosice Train Station	5h 18m	09:25	Bratislava-Vinohrady	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Košice to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 5 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

5h 18mAverage duration

193 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £68	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £21	Average duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Košice

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

Train Companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.2

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at £20

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Bratislava by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Košice to Bratislava cost?
The average train ticket price from Košice to Bratislava is £20. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Bratislava 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 train trip from Košice to Bratislava?
A train trip between Košice and Bratislava is around 5h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 195 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Košice and Bratislava?
The number of trains from Košice to Bratislava can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Bratislava by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Košice to Bratislava?
When taking the train from Košice to Bratislava, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Košice to Bratislava?
Trains travelling between Košice and Bratislava leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Nové Mesto, Bratislava Airport, Most SNP.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/11

£18

21/11

£18

Today

£14

23/11

£14

24/11

£14

25/11

£14

26/11

£14

27/11

£14

The cheapest trip from Košice to Bratislava was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £24 for a train ticket from Košice to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-26.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 30m	Avg price£30	Daily departures16
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 18m	Avg price£20	Daily departures31

The best way to travel between Košice and Bratislava is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bratislava, choose the train, as it will take you from Košice to Bratislava in about 5h 18m – that's the fastest way to get there!