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Today3 Jul
from US$21
Tomorrow4 Jul
from US$23
Sat5 Jul
from US$24
Sun6 Jul
from US$24
Mon7 Jul
from US$21
Tue8 Jul
from US$21
Wed9 Jul
Thu10 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 4 July at
    Departure city: Žilina
    Departure location: Zilina Autobusova Stanica
    Arrival time: 4 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 July at
    Departure city: Žilina
    Departure location: Zilina Autobusova Stanica
    Arrival time: 4 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 July at
    Departure city: Žilina
    Departure location: Zilina Autobusova Stanica
    Arrival time: 4 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 July at
    Departure city: Žilina
    Departure location: Zilina Autobusova Stanica
    Arrival time: 4 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Žilina to Bratislava

Bus
Average priceUS$14 - US$29Average duration2h 40m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$11 - US$15Average duration2h 2m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Žilina to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49train per day
2h 2mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Žilina to Bratislava: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$19
Average bus trip duration2h 40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure04:55
Distance105 miles
Latest bus departure15:05

Žilina to Bratislava Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Žilina - Bratislava

  1. What's the distance between Žilina and Bratislava by coach?

    The distance between Žilina and Bratislava by coach is approximately 106 miles (170 km).

  2. How can I get from Žilina to Bratislava without driving?

    You can travel to Bratislava from Žilina by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/07
US$18
02/07
US$18
Today
US$17
04/07
US$19
05/07
US$20
06/07
US$20
07/07
US$17
08/07
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Žilina to Bratislava was searched and found on 8 Jul 2025 with a price of US$17

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

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Žilina to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-07-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Žilina to Bratislava but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Žilina to Bratislava, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Žilina to Bratislava will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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Bus from Žilina to Bratislava

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Train from Žilina to Bratislava

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