How to travel from Lviv to Košice
Two independent ticket sellers confirm a bus connection on this route. Below is what we actually saw on the dates listed. The results include both direct services and journeys with a change — the seller shows which is which once you pick a date.
offers for 07/27–07/30/2026, checked 07/26/2026
The difference between €36 and €95 is due to different carriers and different travel classes, not a discount. One seller calculated the upper limit based on the last two days of searches, so the price for your date may differ.
Check your own date
The price and the time depend on the date and the service. Open both sources: the first to check your chosen date, the second for an independent comparison.
KOMPAS does not sell tickets and is not affiliated with any carrier — we only show you where to check a service.
Where it departs from and arrives
We list only the stops that matched across both sellers. The exact address and time are on your ticket.
- Lviv, Stryiska bus station, Stryiska St. 109
- Lviv, train station, Dvirceva Sq. 1
- Košice, autobusová stanica, Staničné námestie 9
The remaining stops in Košice were shown by only one seller, so they are not listed here. Your ticket will specify the exact stop.
The border and the queues
We do not name a specific crossing point or a waiting time: the operator can change the route and the queue changes by the hour. Check the official maps right before you set off.
Useful on the way
Travelling from Lviv to Košice: what to know
The Lviv – Košice route is served by international buses from several carriers. We do not publish schedules or 'starting prices': they change daily, and a mistake here can cost a person their trip. Instead, we've gathered what's truly worth checking before buying a ticket below – documents for departure and return, how to read border crossing data, rules for children and pets, and baggage allowance.
Lviv – Košice: price, time, and stops
For offers on 07/27–30/2026, checked on 07/26/2026, two independent sellers showed prices of €36–95 and travel times of 8h 15m – 9h 15m for this route. Border queues, which no one can predict, are always added to this time. Prices and durations here are a dated snapshot of the market, not an offer: check your date on FlixBus and Busbud.
Stops confirmed by both sources: in Lviv – Lviv, Stryiska Bus Station, Stryiska St. 109, Lviv, Railway Station, Pl. Dvirceva 1; in Košice – Košice, autobusová stanica, Staničné námestie 9. We do not list names confirmed by only one source: the exact stop for your trip is indicated on your ticket and may differ.
What to check before traveling from Lviv
| What to check | Where to look | When |
|---|---|---|
| Price and time for your date | FlixBus and Busbud | before buying |
| Exact boarding stop | ticket / carrier confirmation | after buying |
| Documents for return | IOM Slovakia, Alien Police | a week before the trip |
| Border queue | official waiting maps | on the day of departure |
| Baggage allowance | your carrier's ticket conditions | before payment |
| Rules for pets | EU veterinary requirements + carrier's consent | 1–3 months prior |
Documents for travel and return
A short trip to Ukraine does not in itself terminate temporary asylum in Slovakia. For your return, prepare a valid passport and a valid **plastic** residence card. If you only have a paper document, check the conditions for re-entry into the Schengen Area in advance – this is the most common reason for problems on the way back. Sources: IOM Slovakia, European Commission.
Child on a trip
A child needs their **own** valid travel document – simply being listed in an adult's passport is not enough. If a child travels without one or both parents, additional permits may be required, and the rules depend on the country of departure, entry, and transit simultaneously: there is no single EU rule. Clarify child ticket conditions and seat availability with the carrier – they vary even within the same operator. Source: Your Europe.
Traveling with a pet
A microchip, vaccination, and 'pet passport' may not be enough for entry from Ukraine to the EU. Depending on documents and travel history, a rabies antibody test, a veterinary certificate, and entry through a designated point may be required. Check the current requirements with the European Commission and ŠVPS SR. Arrange transport with the carrier separately: border documents do not guarantee boarding the bus.
Border crossing: what official data shows
Border crossing times cannot be predicted in advance: queues change hourly and depend on the day of the week, the crossing point, and the direction of travel. Official waiting times are published by the Financial Administration of Slovakia, and a map of crossing points is available from the State Customs Service of Ukraine. Check them immediately before departure, not a week in advance. Only the carrier knows which specific crossing point your bus will use – the operator may change the route without notice.
An important nuance: **the absence of a number on the map does not mean zero queue** – it often simply means the data has not been updated. Conversely, a '30 minutes' indicator refers to the moment of viewing, not your bus six hours later. Therefore, allow extra time for connections with other transport and do not plan important meetings immediately after arrival.
Baggage and ticket purchase
There is no single baggage allowance for these routes: the number of pieces, weight, dimensions, and extra charges depend on the operator and the specific leg of the route. Before paying, check the baggage conditions of the specific seller you are buying from, and do not assume the allowance of one carrier applies to another. It is safer to buy tickets on the official website or app of the carrier, and use aggregators to compare offers.
The prices and travel times on this page are a dated snapshot of the market, not an offer: we recorded what two independent sellers showed on the specified dates. They may differ for your date, so be sure to check FlixBus and Busbud before paying. KOMPAS does not sell tickets and is not a partner of the carriers.
Frequently asked questions about this route
How much does the Lviv – Košice bus cost?+
For offers on 07/27–30/2026, checked on 07/26/2026, two independent sellers showed prices of €36–95 for this route. This is a dated snapshot of the market, not an offer: the price depends on the date, day of the week, and how far in advance you buy. Check your date on FlixBus and Busbud.
How long does it take to travel from Lviv to Kosice?+
The estimated travel time is 8 hours 15 minutes – 9 hours 15 minutes. This does not include border queues, which change hourly and cannot be predicted in advance. The exact time of your trip will be shown by the seller when you select the date.
Where does the bus depart from in Lviv and where does it drop off in Kosice?+
Both sellers agreed on the following stops: in Lviv — Lviv, Stryiska Bus Station, 109 Stryiska Street, Lviv, Railway Station, 109 Dvirceva Square; in Kosice — Košice, autobusová stanica, Staničné námestie 9. We only list the names confirmed by both sources. Check your ticket for the exact stop of your specific trip, as carriers change them.
What documents are needed to enter Slovakia?+
A valid passport is required. If you already have Slovak temporary asylum or another legal residence permit, bring your valid document for that as well. If you are traveling for the first time, the visa-free regime allows stays of up to 90 days within 180 days; for temporary protection, the status is processed in Slovakia. Check the exact entry conditions on minv.sk as they change.
How much luggage can I bring?+
There is no single standard for these routes: the number of pieces, dimensions, weight, and extra charges depend on the operator and the specific ticket. Before paying, check the baggage rules of the seller for your chosen route. Do not assume that the rules of one operator apply to another.
What documents does a child need to leave Ukraine?+
A child needs their own valid passport. Ukraine, not the destination country, sets the conditions for a child's departure abroad: depending on who the child is traveling with, a notarized consent from one or both parents may be required. The rules change periodically, so check them before your trip on gov.ua and also check the carrier's requirements for a child's ticket separately.
Can I travel with a pet?+
Check two independent conditions: the veterinary rules for entering the EU/Slovakia and the operator's agreement to take the pet on this specific trip. A microchip, vaccination, or passport alone do not guarantee legal entry or boarding. Before purchasing, check the current list of required documents and the carrier's rules.
Where can I check the schedule and buy a ticket for this route?+
Check FlixBus to verify the selected date and Busbud for an independent comparison of offers. The price and time shown on this page are just a dated snapshot of the market. Buy only after the seller shows the currency, exact stops, time, and conditions for your specific ticket.
Which border crossing does the bus use and how long is the wait at the border?+
Do not rely on a specific border crossing or waiting time: the operator may change the route, and the queue is dynamic. Clarify the exact route with the seller or on your ticket, and check official waiting time maps before your trip. The absence of a number on the map does not mean a zero queue.