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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€97
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 19
24
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 24 buses from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava, including 24 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
(Vienna -> Bratislava)10:50 PM1h30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz12:20 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€61One-way0 transfers- (Vienna -> Bratislava)7:40 PM1h30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz9:10 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€61One-way0 transfers
- (Vienna -> Bratislava)8:50 PM1h30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz10:20 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€61One-way0 transfers
- (Vienna -> Bratislava)12:50 PM1h30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz2:20 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€71One-way0 transfers
- (Vienna -> Bratislava)4:50 PM1h30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz6:20 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy€71One-way0 transfers
8:55 PM1h10Vienna, Central Train Station10:05 PMBratislava, Hlavná stanica€1651One-way0 transfers- 8:00 AM1h10Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse9:10 AMBratislava, Hlavná stanica€1561One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM1h10Wiener Neudorf, Wien Praterstern Bf (ostseite)9:10 AMBratislava, Hlavná stanica€1531One-way0 transfers
- 6:15 AM1h10Wiener Neudorf, Wien Praterstern Bf (ostseite)7:25 AMBratislava, Hlavná stanica€1531One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM1h10Vienna, Central Train Station10:10 PMBratislava, Hlavná stanica€1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a bus costs an average of €164.
Distance: 57 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€164 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava:
A train is €23 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava costing on average €38.
A train is €149 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava costing on average €164.
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Train takes on average 1h 25m.
Live departures
Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 4:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 6:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 6:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 8:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 7:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 9:10 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 8:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 10:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 10:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 12:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:15 AM Vienna, Central Train Station | 1h10 | 6:25 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:15 AM Wiener Neudorf, Wien Praterstern Bf (ostseite) | 1h10 | 7:25 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:15 AM Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse | 1h15 | 7:30 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Wiener Neudorf, Wien Praterstern Bf (ostseite) | 1h10 | 8:10 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse | 1h15 | 8:15 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Wiener Neudorf, Wien Praterstern Bf (ostseite) | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Bratislava, Hlavná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 8:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 10:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 9:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 11:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 10:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 12:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 12:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 2:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 2:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1h30 | 4:20 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava
Austria
Slovakia
Buses from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:50, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 57 km distance in 55m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 8:50 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Slovak Lines, Euroticket, FlixBus, GoOpti from Vienna Westbahnhof to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava with Slovak Lines, Euroticket, FlixBus, GoOpti for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Westbahnhof 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.
- Slovak Lines Express a.s.
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- GoOpti
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Slovak Lines Express a.s.
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- GoOpti
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- Slovak Lines Express a.s.
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- GoOpti
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Slovak Lines Express a.s.
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- GoOpti
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Slovak Lines Express a.s.
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- GoOpti
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava
Most Vienna Westbahnhof to Bratislava buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava, Einsteinova. Use this guide to compare Vienna Westbahnhof 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, Most SNP from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Most SNP bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Most SNP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Elevators, ramps.
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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