The cheapest and fastest buses from Ljubljana to Bratislava
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ljubljana to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Bratislava will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ljubljana for Bratislava on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ljubljana to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 305 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€38 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price |
6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ljubljana to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Bratislava buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM Ljubljana | 6h10 | 3:55 PM Bratislava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Ljubljana | 6h30 | 7:55 PM Bratislava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Ljubljana | 10h25 | 4:40 AM Bratislava | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ljubljana to Bratislava
Buses from Ljubljana to Bratislava run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 305 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 305 km |
Average bus duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, TripstAir from Ljubljana to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Ljubljana to Bratislava with FlixBus, TripstAir for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ljubljana to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana 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.

When departing from Ljubljana, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja, Ljubljana, Dalmatinova and Ljubljana, Jože Pučnik Airport (Prihodi). When arriving in Bratislava, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, Bratislava, Most SNP and Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ljubljana to Bratislava
- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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