Bus from Vienna to Bratislava: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vienna to Bratislava on February 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)
Nivy bus stationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Petržalka EinsteinovaFastest
DB IC BusBus
Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)
Nivy bus stationNo tags
Slovak LinesBus
Hbf
Most SNPNo tags
Slovak Lines
Bus
Erdberg
Airport (BTS)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:08 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna 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 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42train per day
59mAverage Duration
34 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$8 - $35Average Duration1h 6m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$10 - $26Average Duration59m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Bratislava?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Bratislava start from $8. The average price for this route is around $13. 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 Vienna to Bratislava?

    The average bus trip duration from Vienna to Bratislava is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 25 miles (40 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 41m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 315 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Slovak Lines, IC Bus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS, Infobus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, KLR Bus, Openline.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Bratislava?

    The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Bratislava at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

    A bus trip from Vienna to Bratislava generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Vienna to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found
02/11
$10
02/12
$8
Today
$9
02/14
$6
02/15
$6
02/16
$6
02/17
$6
02/18
$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Bratislava was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 with a price of $4

To 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 $4 to $32 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 $4 which is on 2026-02-18.

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.

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