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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | Banská Bystrica bus station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | AS Mlynské nivy | AS Terminal Vlak Bus Shopping | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | AS Mlynské nivy | AS Terminal Vlak Bus Shopping | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | Banská Bystrica bus station | No tags |
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Get from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just €14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Banská Bystrica?
Stops in Bratislava
- AMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - C
Bratislava Airport
- DNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
Stops in Banská Bystrica
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Banská Bystrica Bus
29. augusta 6189/37, 974 01 Banská Bystrica, Slovakia - B
Banska Bystrica- Autobusova Stanica
R1, 974 01 Banska Bystrica, Slovakia - C
Banska Bystrica parking VUB
Banska Bystrica,, Slovakia - D
Banská Bystrica
Mičinská cesta 1424/16, 974 01 Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica start from €14. The average price for this route is around €24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
The average bus journey time from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 164 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Slovak Lines.
Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Banská Bystrica route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
A bus journey from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 159 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Slovak Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Slovak Lines, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Slovak Lines, 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.
The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €16 to €33 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Banská Bystrica based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €16, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Slovak Lines 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.