The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Bratislava
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Bratislava will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
Of the 1 buses that leave Salzburg for Bratislava on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. 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 €26, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 305 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Bratislava buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
30498 | 9:30 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 5h05 | 2:35 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Salzburg | 6h05 | 6:45 PM Bratislava | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 5h25 | 5:25 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Bratislava
Buses from Salzburg to Bratislava run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 305 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 305 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Euroticket, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Bratislava with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Euroticket, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salzburg to Bratislava
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
- 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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