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Slovak National Gallery
The country’s leading art museum, featuring Slovak and international art in a renovated riverside complex in the Old Town.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belgrade to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belgrade to Bratislava will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Belgrade for Bratislava on Sun, Jun 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 452 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 14 h 55 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.
FlixBus
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belgrade to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 280 miles (452 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $160 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 55m Average total duration Fastest 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Belgrade to Bratislava:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Belgrade to Bratislava costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 40m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€40) compared to roughly $160 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $111 (€90). The journey takes 9h 25m versus 5h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Lasta.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:51AM | Duration 11h21 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:51AM | Duration 11h21 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 11h21 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Belgrade to Bratislava buses for today, Saturday, June 6. 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 | 5:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 14h55 | 8:25 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Belgrade to Bratislava run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 280 miles (452 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 280 miles (452 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Bratislava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bratislava trip today.
The country’s leading art museum, featuring Slovak and international art in a renovated riverside complex in the Old Town.
The oldest museum in the city, presenting Bratislava’s history through exhibitions spread across historic buildings, including the Old Town Hall.
A popular technical museum with historic cars, locomotives, and transport exhibits housed near the main railway station.
The historic core of the city, packed with medieval lanes, palaces, churches, and the main concentration of major sights.
The Main Square of the Old Town, a classic gathering place surrounded by historic facades, fountains, and civic landmarks.
A broad tree-lined promenade popular for strolling, events, and people-watching between the Old Town and the Danube embankment.
Slovakia’s best-known national dish: soft potato dumplings mixed with salty sheep cheese and usually topped with bacon. It is strongly associated with Slovak home cooking and mountain traditions.
A festive sauerkraut soup often cooked with smoked meat, sausage, mushrooms, and spices. It is especially traditional at Christmas and reflects hearty Slovak cuisine.
Thin potato flatbreads served savory with goose fat or duck, or sweet with poppy seeds and jam. They are a classic regional specialty popular in Bratislava and western Slovakia.
Established restaurant beneath Bratislava Castle known for refined Slovak and Central European cooking, with a romantic atmosphere and strong local reputation.
A respected Old Town venue focused on historic Pressburg and Austro-Hungarian recipes, offering a polished dining experience with regional character.
A long-running, well-known Bratislava restaurant serving classic Slovak dishes and beer in a lively, traditional setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Generally cheaper than Vienna or Prague. Old Town dining is pricier, but local spots and transit are good value.
Service is often not included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko M. R. Štefánik) -> Bratislava Hlavná stanica
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