Find coaches from Žilina to Košice

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Next departures from Žilina to Košice on 5 October
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Zilina Autobusova Stanica
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Žilina to Košice

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$70Average duration9h 40m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$11 - US$27Average duration3h 20m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Žilina to Košice

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19train per day
3h 20mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Žilina to Košice: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$24
Average bus trip duration9h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure02:20
Distance118 miles
Latest bus departure21:20

Žilina to Košice Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Žilina to Košice.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Žilina to Košice.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Košice from Žilina, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Žilina - Košice

  1. How far is Košice from Žilina by coach?

    The distance between Žilina and Košice by coach is approximately 120 miles (193 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Košice from Žilina without a car?

    You can travel to Košice from Žilina by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02/10
US$44
03/10
US$59
Today
US$16
05/10
US$19
06/10
US$15
07/10
US$15
08/10
US$35
09/10
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Žilina to Košice was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Žilina to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-10-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Žilina to Košice but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Žilina to Košice.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Žilina to Košice.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Žilina to Košice while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Žilina by bus?

Bus from Košice to Žilina

You can also go to Košice by train

Train from Žilina to Košice

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