The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 17
15
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 15 buses from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
(Budapest -> Prague)10:50 AM3h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:00 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)11:15 AM2h45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2:00 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)11:10 PM2h35Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1:45 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)10:50 PM2h55Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1:45 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM3h35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér12:20 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€171One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)11:10 PM2h35Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás1:45 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)11:15 AM2h45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2:00 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)10:50 PM2h55Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar1:45 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
(Budapest -> Prague)10:50 AM3h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:00 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:35 AM3h10Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér10:45 AMBratislava, Einsteinova€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 3m.
Live departures
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h10 | 7:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 5h45 | 10:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h35 | 12:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 4h55 | 2:35 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 12:55 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h25 | 4:55 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2h55 | 1:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2h35 | 1:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 5h45 | 12:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h10 | 10:45 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 2:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2h45 | 2:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h15 | 3:10 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 5h20 | 5:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h15 | 6:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava
Buses from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 178 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava with FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava
Most Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bratislava buses use the Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik). Use this guide to compare Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and Bratislava bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) from Bratislava city centre
Getting to Bratislava, Einsteinova from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Einsteinova is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Einsteinova bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Einsteinova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Station has ramps for disabled access.
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