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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
$73
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Bratislava will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Bratislava without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $177.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
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$73 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price |
13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 27m Average total duration Fastest 10h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Bratislava:
A bus is $104 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Bratislava costing on average $177 (€144).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 40m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 11:01PM | Duration 18h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:41PM | Duration 14h11 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:11AM | Duration 19h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:56AM | Duration 15h11 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna 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 | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h25 | 9:55 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h15 | 10:45 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h11 | 10:41 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 19h40 | 6:40 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h00 | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h56 | 8:41 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h51 | 9:31 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h50 | 8:30 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h20 | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h55 | 9:35 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h31 | 11:56 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 12:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h45 | 12:10 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h35 | 12:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h05 | 6:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h50 | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h40 | 7:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h50 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h15 | 7:30 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Bologna to Bratislava run on average 22 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:38. The fastest bus covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 13h 31m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 13h 31m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:38 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
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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