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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 | Hbf | Most SNP | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Petržalka Einsteinova | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz) | Nivy bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hbf | Most SNP | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz) | Nivy bus station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vienna to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Bratislava?
Stops in Vienna
- A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - DFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- ETriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
- FEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
Stops in Bratislava
- ANábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- C
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - DMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Bratislava by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Bratislava start at R 99. The average price for this route is around R 193. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Bratislava?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Bratislava is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 49 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 41m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 373 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, IC Bus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus, Openline, LIKEBUS, Infobus, GoOpti, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Bratislava at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava produces an estimated 1.2208999999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Bratislava was searched and found on 01 Jun 2026 with a price of R 98To 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 R 98 to R 587 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 R 98, which is on 2026-06-01.
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?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
