Is there a way to reach Bratislava from Vienna without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Bratislava. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Bratislava from Vienna by bus?

The travel time from Vienna to Bratislava is about 1h 15m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 35 miles (55 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Vienna and Bratislava?

About 35 miles (55 km) separate Vienna and Bratislava.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?

If you're headed to Bratislava from Vienna, chances are that your bus will leave from Vienna Airport and arrive at Bratislava Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Vienna to Bratislava?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $8.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Vienna to Bratislava is $16. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $8 and $311, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Vienna to Bratislava?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Vienna to Bratislava! The round-trip travel time is around 30m. So you'll have enough time to visit Bratislava before returning to Vienna in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bratislava?

Once in Bratislava, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bratislava goes classical, Post-Socialist City Tour, Primate’s Palace, Grassalkovich Palace and Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum.

Vienna to Bratislava Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $16

TodayApr 26

from $10

TomorrowApr 27

from $9

MonApr 28

from $7

TueApr 29

from $7

WedApr 30

from $7

ThuMay 1

from $9

FriMay 2

from $9

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 10:50am
Departure city: Vienna
Departure location: Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:20pm
Destination city: Bratislava
Destination location: Nivy bus station
Operated by: RegioJet
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 1:25am
Departure city: Vienna
Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Arrival time: April 26 at 2:06am
Destination city: Bratislava
Destination location: Petržalka Einsteinova
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 41m
Departure time: April 26 at 9:25am
Departure city: Vienna
Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:20am
Destination city: Bratislava
Destination location: Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy
Operated by: DB IC Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 3:45am
Departure city: Vienna
Departure location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:25am
Destination city: Bratislava
Destination location: Hlavná stanica
Operated by: GoOpti
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 40m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:50am
Departure city: Vienna
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:20am
Destination city: Bratislava
Destination location: Most SNP
Operated by: Slovak Lines
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Bratislava.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $311	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$9 - $24	Average Duration59m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Vienna to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

59mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Vienna to Bratislava: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$16

Average bus trip duration1h 15m

Number of daily buses401

Earliest bus departure12:00am

Distance27 miles (42 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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GoOpti

4.5/5127 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi3.9

FlixBus

3.5/58,402 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Vienna Bratislava recent customer reviews

On time, English spoken driver

Dimitris M.

October 22, 2024

Slovak Lines

4.5/5135 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.1

Customers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting the helpful and friendly drivers. The buses are described as new, comfortable, clean, and equipped with charger ports and Wi-Fi. Many users appreciated these features along with the overall comfort of their journey.

Slovak Lines Vienna Bratislava recent customer reviews

Trip went smoothly and on time. Problem was a user error in that I wanted to go to the Bratislava airport but I selected a bus that only goes to the city. Apparently a grey airplane is supposed to mean “not airport” though the text seems to say most places.

Stephan M.

May 12, 2024

No very happy, my flight was delayed 2,5 hours so my bus tickets weren't valid for late bus, had to pay 20 euros extra.

Martina K.

July 9, 2023

It is very good. flixbus daha once bizi magdur etmisti. bu sebeple slovaklines i tercih ettik ve harikaydı

Gizem Akile İ.

November 11, 2022

IC Bus

4.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

RegioJet

4/51,020 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

According to 22 reviews, RegioJet received a 4.8-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $8.00

RegioJet Vienna Bratislava recent customer reviews

It was very good experience

Yani G.

September 10, 2023

Very comfortable seat and working WiFi. Punctual

Svi Z.

January 2, 2020

The Best

Lampros F.

January 2, 2020

LIKEBUS

3.5/524 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Openline

2.5/518 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi5

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,115 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

PEREVOZKA s.r.o.

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

SK bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Infobus, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Vienna to Bratislava Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Bratislava?

Stops in Vienna

A - Vienna Airport

B - Hbf

C - Erdberg

D - Stadion Center

E - Matzleinsdorferplatz

F - Westbahnhof

Stops in Bratislava

A - Bratislava Airport

B - Most SNP

C - Petržalka Einsteinova

D - AS Mlynské nivy

E - Staatsgrenze

F - BTS Airport

Frequently asked questions for your trip Vienna - Bratislava

Is there a way to reach Bratislava from Vienna without a car?
How long does it take to get to Bratislava from Vienna by bus?
What is the distance between Vienna and Bratislava?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Vienna to Bratislava?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Vienna to Bratislava?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bratislava?

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

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04/24

$9

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$10

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$10

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$9

04/28

$7

04/29

$7

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$9

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Bratislava was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $349 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually GOPT will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Vienna to Bratislava.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Vienna to Bratislava, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Vienna to Bratislava that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Vienna to Bratislava, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Vienna - Bratislava

Is there a way to reach Bratislava from Vienna without a car?

How long does it take to get to Bratislava from Vienna by bus?

What is the distance between Vienna and Bratislava?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Vienna to Bratislava?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Vienna to Bratislava?

What are the best sights and things to do in Bratislava?

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