How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Bratislava?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start at R 802. The average price for this route is around R 1 199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 646 km. The fastest bus gets 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 34 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 trip from Zürich to Bratislava produces an estimated 16 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 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 11239 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 R 738 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 45m	15:35	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h	10:00	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	20:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 30m	12:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	18:00	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 20 December
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	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 40m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	17:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	13h 40m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h	10:00	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 45m	15:35	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 40m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	17:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 50m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 45m	15:35	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 40m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	17:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 50m	07:50	BTS Airport	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Bratislava on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 45m	15:35	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:30	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 40m	19:55	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 10m	06:40	BTS Airport	No tags
Bus	20:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h	10:00	BTS Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:11 PM CET.

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 R 1 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 11mAverage duration

645 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 802 - R 3 155	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 105 - R 3 738	Average duration9h 11m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Bratislava?

Stops in Zürich

A
Zürich Airport
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B
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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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
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
B
Bratislava Airport
C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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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
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 652 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 248 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich 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 Zürich to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start at R 802. The average price for this route is around R 1 199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 646 km. The fastest bus gets 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 34 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 trip from Zürich to Bratislava produces an estimated 16 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 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 11239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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

17/12

R 1 116

18/12

R 1 516

Today

R 1 755

20/12

R 1 721

21/12

R 1 301

22/12

R 1 301

23/12

R 1 365

24/12

R 1 432

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 116

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 R 1 116 to R 3 113 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 R 1 301, which is on 2025-12-21.

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.