How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Bratislava?

The cheapest coach tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start from £34. The average price for this route is around £46. 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 Zürich to Bratislava?

The average bus journey time from Zürich to Bratislava is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 400 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Zürich to Bratislava route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Bratislava?

The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Bratislava at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Bratislava?

A bus journey from Zürich to Bratislava produces an estimated 16 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 Zürich to Bratislava?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Bratislava?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Zürich to Bratislava from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Airport (ZLC)	14h 50m	06:40	BTS Airport	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 35m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 40m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 15m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 5m	10:00	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:40	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 26m	08:06	Petržalka Einsteinova	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 35m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	04:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 55m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 40m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 15m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Airport (ZLC)	18h 35m	12:00	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 35m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	04:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 55m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 15m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Airport (ZLC)	15h 45m	23:15	Most SNP	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 35m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	04:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 55m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 15m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Airport (ZLC)	14h 30m	06:20	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 35m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 50m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 20m	10:55	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Airport (ZLC)	14h 30m	06:20	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	11:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	13h 1m	00:01	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 50m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 25m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Airport (ZLC)	15h 41m	23:11	Petržalka Einsteinova	Cheapest
Bus	17:40	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	13h 25m	07:05	Most SNP	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	16:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 50m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	17:40	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 20m	10:00	BTS Airport	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich 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 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 11mAverage duration

401 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£34 - £116	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£85 - £168	Average duration9h 11m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Bratislava?

Stops in Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Stops in Bratislava

A
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
C
Bratislava Airport
Visit page
D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,392 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

SK bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to Bratislava

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 Zürich to Bratislava?
The cheapest coach tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start from £34. The average price for this route is around £46. 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 Zürich to Bratislava?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Bratislava is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 400 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Bratislava at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Bratislava?
A bus journey from Zürich to Bratislava produces an estimated 16 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 Zürich to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Bratislava?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

27/01

£47

28/01

£47

Today

No data

30/01

£53

31/01

£45

01/02

£50

02/02

£39

03/02

£38

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £74 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-02-03.