TRAVELLING TIPS

Your guide to a smooth and stress-free trip to JBL Jump Fest!

How to get to kosice?

We’re thrilled to have you join us for JBL Jump Fest Open – a unique street athletics event taking place right in the heart of Košice, Slovakia, on Alžbetina Street, the city’s iconic main square.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or guest, we want your trip to be as easy and enjoyable as possible. This guide will provide all the essential information to help you plan your journey, find the right place to stay, and get around the city without hassle.

Where is the venue located?

JBL Jump Fest takes place on Alžbetina Street in Košice city center. This beautiful pedestrian zone transforms into an athletic arena full of energy, music, and world-class performances.

The exact location of the arena

travel options

by plane to kosice

Košice International Airport (KSC) is just 15 minutes from the city center.

Direct flights from Vienna, Prague, Warsaw, London, Dublin, Liverpol, Zürich, Zadar
Public bus line 23 connects airport and city center
Taxi (10-25 euro) and Bolt, Uber (around 10 euro) ride-share available at the airport

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Hungary is a major hub with many direct intercontinental and European flights. Probably the best option if you don’t have direct flight to Kosice.

Located approximately 260 km from Košice
Car transfers are available directly from airport. Drive is 3 hours long.
You can take bus operated by Flixbus, travel time to Košice: 3.5 to 4.5 hours

Poprad–Tatry Airport (TAT) a smaller regional airport in Slovakia.

Located approximately 120 km from Košice
Limited regular flights (e.g. London Stansted, Luton)
Travel time to Košice: approx. 1.5–2 hours by train, bus, or rental car

Kraków John Paul II Airport (KRK) quite large airport in Poland with many international flights.

Located in Poland approximately 250 km from Košice.
Even if it is closer than Budapest, the highway connection is not that smooth.
Transfer by bus or rental car (approx. 4.5 hours)

Bratislava Airport (BTS) airport in the capital of Slovakia.

Located approximately 450 km from Košice.
Frequent low-cost flights
Direct train or bus connections to Košice (approx. 5.5 hours)

by train to kosice

From Bratislava, direct connection, travel approx. 5.5 hrs by IC train
From Budapest: direct connection, travel approx. 3.5 hrs
From Prague direct connection, travel approx. 7 to 9 hrs
Tip: If train is your go to option you should consider night trains from Prague or Bratislava.
Main station: Košice hlavná stanica is 10–15 min walk to the venue

by bus to kosice

International and regional buses arrive at Košice Bus Station near the train station, which is also only 10-15 minutes walk away from the venue.
Operators: FlixBus, RegioJet, Slovak Lines

by car to kosice

Košice is accessible via the D1 highway (from the west) and E58 (from Hungary).
Use public parking (e.g. Aupark, Mlynská bašta). Note: Alžbetina Street is pedestrian-only and closed for the event.International and regional buses arrive at Košice

getting around kosice

public transport

Košice has a solid public transport network (trams, buses).

Tickets Pricing

30 min – €1.00
60 min – €1.20
24 hrs – €3.80
Buy at machines or via Antik Smartway app or UBIAN app

Useful websites for public transport schedule

imhd.sk – full schedules, route planner
ubian.sk – real-time planner, e-tickets

shared scooters

If you are not fan of walking, you can definitely download an app and share a scooter.

ANTIK SmartWay
Bolt
TIER

WALKING

Pro tip is to take a walk, city is not large, basically you can get almost everywhere in terms of wider city cente in 15-30 minutes by simply walking and enjoying the beauties of our city.

accommodation in kosice

Top Recommendation: Airbnb

Best value for groups or teams staying 1–3 nights
Book early to secure the best deals!Košice has a solid public transport network (trams, buses).
Entire apartments at a lower per-person cost

hotels

If you prefer the comfort of a hotel, the city center of Košice offers a wide range of 3 star and 4 star hotels within walking distance of the event site.
To find a hotel that suits your preferences and budget, we recommend using platforms like Booking.com or Google Maps, where you can filter by price, distance to the city center, guest ratings, and amenities.
Look for accommodations near Alžbetina Street or Hlavná ulica to stay close to the action.

Budget Options – Hostels / Student Dorms

The Rooms Košice Hostel – Timonova 5, approx. €25–40/night
Student dorms – May offer short-term group stays (contact us on registration@jumpfest.sk if interested)