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Východoslovenské múzeum
Major regional museum with varied historical, artistic and natural history collections, including the famous Košice Gold Treasure.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Košice will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 17 buses that leave Vienna for Košice every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 365 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£30 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Košice coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h25 | 17:25 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
707803 | 8:45 Vienna, Erdberg | 9h05 | 17:50 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h10 | 17:25 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
707803 | 9:15 Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 8h35 | 17:50 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h20 | 19:55 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h10 | 19:55 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h15 | 22:30 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h20 | 0:05 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h15 | 3:30 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h45 | 3:30 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
707803 | 21:30 Vienna, Erdberg | 8h20 | 5:50 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
707803 | 22:00 Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 7h50 | 5:50 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h40 | 9:10 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h05 | 12:30 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 5:05 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h25 | 12:30 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h10 | 14:50 Košice, Autobusová stanica | 1 change | |
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Buses from Vienna to Košice run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 365 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 365 km |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Košice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Košice trip today.
Major regional museum with varied historical, artistic and natural history collections, including the famous Košice Gold Treasure.
Engaging science museum with interactive exhibits, a planetarium and family-friendly displays on technology and nature.
Gallery focused on contemporary and modern art, housed in a central building with rotating exhibitions and public programmes.
The city’s main historic street, lined with monuments, fountains and public spaces ideal for a central walking route.
Large central square around the cathedral and theatre, a natural meeting point for architecture, events and evening walks.
Extensive forest park north of the centre, popular for walks, family outings, viewpoints and seasonal leisure activities.
A hearty sauerkraut soup with sausage, smoked meat and often mushrooms. A festive Slovak classic, especially popular at Christmas and in eastern Slovakia.
Potato dumplings mixed with sheep’s bryndza cheese and topped with bacon. It is one of Slovakia’s best-known national dishes and widely eaten in Košice.
Potato dumplings with soft sheep’s cheese, usually without bacon. A rustic mountain dish linked to Slovak shepherd traditions and common on local menus.
Stylish modern restaurant in the city centre serving refined Slovak and international dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Traditional Slovak restaurant known for bryndzové halušky, soups and hearty regional plates in a rustic cellar atmosphere.
Established city-centre venue focused on grilled meats, steaks and classic European dishes with polished service and a smart interior.
Budget-friendly versus many EU city breaks. Hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Bratislava, Prague or Vienna.
Service is often not included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Autobusová stanica -> Hlavná pošta, Košice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Košice by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Košice buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Košice, Autobusová stanica station pair, with some services arriving at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). Use this guide to compare Vienna and Košice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes are within the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Wien. ATMs are aTMs are available within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien.
Available at Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien: The station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) is 11 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca). ATMs are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Ticket office support is available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca).
Available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Košice, E58 / Jabloňová (Cintorín Šaca): Basic accessibility for buses.
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