Bus from Vienna to Bratislava: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vienna to Bratislava on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)
Nivy bus stationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Petržalka EinsteinovaFastest
DB IC BusBus
    Hbf
    Bratislava AS Mlynské NivyNo tags
    Slovak LinesBus
    Hbf
    Most SNPNo tags
    RegioJetBus
    Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)
    Nivy bus stationNo tags

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    Compare 2 ways to travel from Vienna to Bratislava

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    326bus per day
    1h 6mAverage duration
    35 milesDistance
    1kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£6 - £59Average duration1h 6m
    1kg CO₂e
    Average price£8 - £21Average duration59m
    1kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vienna to Bratislava

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Bratislava?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Vienna to Bratislava start from £6. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Bratislava?

      The average bus journey time from Vienna to Bratislava is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 41m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Vienna to Bratislava route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 326 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, IC Bus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, KLR Bus, Openline.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?

      The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Bratislava at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava?

      A bus journey from Vienna to Bratislava produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Vienna to Bratislava?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Bratislava?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Bratislava?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Bratislava?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is IC Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    01/12
    £9
    02/12
    £8
    Today
    £7
    04/12
    £6
    05/12
    £7
    06/12
    £7
    07/12
    £5
    08/12
    £3
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Bratislava was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £3

    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 £3 to £33 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 £3, which is on 2025-12-08.

    Usually FlixBus 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.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Vienna to Bratislava?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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