Bus Uzhhorod – Kosice
This route is available for reservation with payment to the driver on boarding.
About the Uzhhorod – Kosice route
The Uzhhorod – Kosice bus links the capital of Ukraine's Zakarpattia region with Kosice, the nearest major city across the border in eastern Slovakia. The route is popular with Zakarpattia residents heading to work, family or shopping, plus students and travellers continuing deeper into Slovakia and the EU. Thanks to the short distance to the frontier, it feels more like a cross-border hop than a long haul. The service is direct, with no transfers, crossing at the Uzhhorod/Vyšné Nemecké checkpoint. Uzhhorod to Kosice tickets are reserved online in advance: you book a seat for your chosen date and pay the driver in euros on boarding — online card payment is not available on this route. Check the current schedule, price and seat availability in the booking form before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Uzhhorod to Kosice?
The journey takes roughly 3–4 hours, depending on the service and the queue at the border. This is a short cross-border route — the distance is small, and the main delay can occur only at the Uzhhorod/Vyšné Nemecké checkpoint. See the exact duration for your service in the schedule on the booking page.
How do I pay for an Uzhhorod – Kosice ticket?
This route is book-only with payment to the driver. You reserve your seat online for the chosen date and pay for the ticket in euros, in cash, when boarding the bus. Online card payment is not available here because the service is priced in euros. Book in advance to secure your seat.
What documents do I need to travel to Slovakia?
To cross the border you need a valid biometric international passport. Slovakia is part of the Schengen Area, so Ukrainian citizens may enter visa-free within the permitted stay period. Carry documents for any children if needed, and travel insurance is recommended. Check the current entry rules before you depart.
Is there a return bus from Kosice to Uzhhorod?
Yes, this route runs in both directions, so a return Kosice – Uzhhorod service is also available to book. The return schedule may have different departure times, so select your return date separately in the search form and reserve a seat just as you would for the outbound trip.