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Slovenská národná galéria – Zvolenský zámok
Branch of the Slovak National Gallery inside Zvolen Castle, showing old European art and major temporary exhibitions in a landmark setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$19
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$23
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 37 m
Buses on Sep 05
20
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bratislava to Zvolen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Zvolen will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 20 buses from Bratislava to Zvolen, including 19 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
603513
603513
102515
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603509
FlixBus
102515
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603513
603509Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Zvolen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $26 compared to roughly $51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26. The journey takes 3h 16m versus 1h 52m 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 Slovak Lines Express a.s., LeviTour, Kovacik, Slovak Lines Express, Turancar, FlixBus, SAD Humenné, Nikatrans.
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 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Nikatrans | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Nikatrans | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Nikatrans | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Nikatrans | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SAD Humenné | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Kovacik | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Turancar | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Zvolen buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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000008 | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h55 | 10:40 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 11:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h25 | 2:25 AM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 11:20 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h05 | 2:25 AM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h15 | 9:00 AM Zvolen, Osobná stanica | 1 transfer | |
102513 | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h35 | 9:20 AM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h25 | 9:00 AM Zvolen, Osobná stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102513 | 8:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h10 | 11:25 AM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 9:30 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 12:20 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 9:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2h35 | 12:20 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 10:30 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h25 | 1:55 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 10:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 3h10 | 1:55 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 12:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h10 | 3:55 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 1:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2h55 | 3:55 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
603513 | 1:05 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h55 | 4:00 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
603513 | 1:20 PM Bratislava | 2h40 | 4:00 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102513 | 2:30 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h10 | 5:40 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 2:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 3h05 | 5:50 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
102515 | 3:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2h50 | 5:50 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
603509 | 4:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
603509 | 4:15 PM Bratislava | 2h35 | 6:50 PM Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bratislava to Zvolen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Zvolen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zvolen trip today.
Branch of the Slovak National Gallery inside Zvolen Castle, showing old European art and major temporary exhibitions in a landmark setting.
Open-air military exhibit focused on the famous armored train Hurban. Compact but memorable, it connects visitors with uprising history.
Technical and forestry-themed educational exhibition associated with the local university, useful for understanding the region’s woodland traditions.
The historic main square lined with civic buildings, churches, and terraces. It is the best place to start exploring central Zvolen on foot.
Pedestrian-friendly central street with shops and historic facades. It offers an easy walk between the square, castle, and local services.
Castle surroundings with lawns and views of the fortification. A pleasant open area for photos and a short break near the old town core.
Soft potato dumplings tossed with bryndza sheep cheese and topped with bacon. Slovakia’s best-known hearty mountain dish and a staple across central Slovakia.
Small potato dumplings served with fermented cabbage and often smoked meat. A rustic central Slovak comfort food with strong village roots.
Potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram, pan-fried until crisp. Common in Slovak homes and pubs as a filling traditional snack or meal.
Established hotel restaurant with a more polished atmosphere, suitable for a quieter meal. Offers Slovak and international dishes.
Traditional Slovak restaurant in a historic castle setting, known for regional dishes, grilled meats, and a distinctive atmosphere above the town.
Well-known local restaurant serving Slovak and Central European staples in a casual setting. Popular for generous portions and reliable classics.
Moderate for Slovakia: hotels and dining are cheaper than Bratislava, while local buses and trains are low cost for visitors.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica -> Námestie SNP
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Zvolen 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 Zvolen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bratislava to Zvolen buses use the Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Zvolen, Autobusová Stanica station pair, with some services arriving at Zvolen, Osobná stanica. Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Zvolen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Bratislava has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café inside the station.
Free wifi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Bratislava.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava.
Available at Bratislava: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava: Accessible ramps and elevators available.
Zvolen, Osobná stanica is 2 km from Zvolen city centre. Public transport options include:
Zvolen, Osobná stanica has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café and snack bars are available.
Available for free throughout the station. ATMs are aTM located near main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zvolen, Osobná stanica.
Available at Zvolen, Osobná stanica: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zvolen, Osobná stanica: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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