Bus from Budapest to Bratislava: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet
Népliget
Nivy bus stationCheapest
Flixbus
Kelenföld
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyFastest
Express Busline
    Népliget
    AS Mlynské nivyNo tags
    RegioJet
    Népliget
    Nivy bus stationNo tags
    Flixbus
    Könyves Kálmán
    BTS AirportNo tags

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    Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Bratislava

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    8train per day
    2h 25mAverage Duration
    163 kmDistance
    4kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$17 - $174Average Duration3h 15m
    4kg CO₂e
    Average Price$20 - $58Average Duration2h 25m
    4kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Bratislava by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Bratislava start from $17. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 ride from Budapest to Bratislava?

      The average bus travel time from Budapest to Bratislava is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Express Busline, Infobus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Budapest to Bratislava?

      The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Bratislava at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

      A bus trip from Budapest to Bratislava generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Budapest to Bratislava?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

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

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Bratislava?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline, 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
    11-27
    $21
    11-28
    $26
    Today
    $24
    11-30
    $21
    12-01
    $16
    12-02
    $14
    12-03
    $12
    12-04
    $12
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $12

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

    You can expect to pay from $12 to $171 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-03.

    Usually FlixBus, Express Busline 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 Budapest to Bratislava?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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