Bus Lviv – Kosice
This route is available for reservation with payment to the driver on boarding.
The Lviv – Kosice bus covers about 340 km, takes roughly 7–9 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 340 km
- Travel time
- 7–9 h
Lviv – Kosice bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00AZS AMIC. Solonka | 13:00autogrill | 7h | Wed | Elin Trans |
| 17:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №3 | 02:00Avtovokzal Staničné námestie 9, pl. №1 | 9h | Thu, Sat, Sun | EuroClub |
| 21:00Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 04:00Autobusová stanica Košice, Staničné námestie 9 | 7h | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС" |
| 21:30vul. Chernivetska, 21 (parkovka bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu) | 04:00Autobusová stanica Košice, Staničné námestie 9 | 6h 30min | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС" |
| 22:30Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 07:40AS Kosice Central, Staničné námestie 9 | 9h 10mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 23:40KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 07:40AS Kosice Central, Staničné námestie 9 | 8h | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O. |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-07-21. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Lviv – Kosice route
The Lviv – Kosice bus links western Ukraine with eastern Slovakia via the nearest border crossing. It suits travellers heading to Kosice for work, study or business, as well as residents of Zakarpattia and the Carpathian region living close to the frontier. This is a direct service with no awkward transfers: the coach handles the border transit and drops passengers in the heart of the Slovak city. Tickets for the Lviv – Kosice route are reserved online, while payment is made directly to the driver at boarding — online card payment is not available for this direction yet. Check the current timetable, pick a convenient departure date and reserve your seat in advance, as demand for cross-border routes stays high throughout the year.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Lviv – Kosice bus trip?
The journey usually takes roughly 6–8 hours depending on the service, road conditions and how long the Ukraine–Slovakia border crossing takes. Check the exact duration for your chosen departure in the timetable when booking — it shows the Lviv departure time and the Kosice arrival time.
How much is a ticket and how do I pay?
The Lviv – Kosice fare is shown in euros and depends on the date and seat availability. Online payment is not available for this direction: you reserve a seat on the site and pay the fare directly to the driver at boarding. The current price is displayed during the booking process.
What documents do I need for the trip?
Since this is an international route, you need a valid biometric international passport. Ukrainian citizens may stay in Slovakia and the rest of the Schengen area under the visa-free regime. Check that your passport is valid well before travel and keep your documents handy for the border check.
How do I book a seat on the Lviv – Kosice bus?
Pick your departure date from Lviv, view the available services in the timetable and click "Book". Enter the passenger details and contacts — the seat is held for you without online payment. You pay the fare to the driver at boarding. Book in advance, as seats on cross-border services sell out quickly.
Is there a return Kosice – Lviv service?
Yes, the return Kosice – Lviv direction is also available to book. Search the timetable for the trip home separately: set Kosice as the departure point and Lviv as the destination, view the available dates and reserve a seat. Payment terms are the same — directly to the driver at boarding.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Kosice route?
The typical schedule has up to 5 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:00, the last at 23:40. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Lviv – Kosice route?
Carriers on this route: Elin Trans, EuroClub, ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС", ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O.. The line-up depends on the travel date.