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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bucharest to Bratislava

Showing times and prices for Jul 22

Cheapest price

$84

Average price

$107

Fastest journey

19 h 5 m

Average duration

20 h 5 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

805 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bucharest to Bratislava will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.

Fast buses

Of the 21 buses that leave Bucharest for Bratislava on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 805 km distance in an average of 20 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 5 m .

On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 20 h 36 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 AM20h00
    București, Autogara Militari
    12:55 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    $841One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM20h55
    București, Autogara Militari
    6:55 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM22h40
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:40 PMBratislava, Most SNP
    $951One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM22h36
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:36 PMBratislava, Einsteinova
    $951One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM19h05
    București, Autogara Militari
    5:05 PMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    $951One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Bratislava

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $28.

Distance: 500 miles (805 km)

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Train
Driving

$70

Average price

Cheapest

$91

Average price

$77

Average price

$235

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

20h 57m

Average total duration

20h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 7m

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Fastest

2h 7m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

28h 44m

Average total duration

28h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

11h 6m

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Bratislava is a bus with an average price of $70 (€57).

This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Bratislava:

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Bratislava costing on average $77 (€63).

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Bratislava costing on average $91 (€75).

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Bratislava is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:

Bus takes on average 20h 27m.

Train takes on average 28h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bucharest and Bratislava including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bucharest to Bratislava among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $235 (€193) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $165 (€135). The journey takes 20h 27m versus 11h 6m 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, Omega Group.

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.

Bucharest to Bratislava Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:45AM
Arrival Time
02:35AM
Duration
23h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$66
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:05AM
Arrival Time
04:55AM
Duration
24h50
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$89
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
12:55AM
Duration
20h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$84
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
02:10AM
Duration
20h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$85
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
23h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$66
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
21h05
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$84
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
24h00
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
22h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$69
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
06:21PM
Duration
20h21
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$65

Live departures

Bucharest to Bratislava bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Bratislava buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
22h40
2:40 PM Bratislava, Most SNP1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
22h36
2:36 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
23h35
3:35 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
21h35
1:35 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
20h21
6:21 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
20h55
6:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
20h25
6:25 PM Bratislava, Most SNP1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
19h05
5:05 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1 transfer
Wednesday, July 22
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:45 AM București, Autogara Militari
23h50
2:35 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus5:55 AM București, Autogara Militari
20h00
12:55 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:55 AM București, Autogara Militari
24h00
4:55 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari
20h40
2:10 AM Bratislava, Most SNP2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari
20h36
2:06 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari
24h15
9:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari
23h10
8:10 AM Bratislava, Most SNP1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari
23h15
8:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari
23h06
8:06 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
23h05
11:05 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
22h55
10:55 AM Bratislava, Most SNP1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
22h45
10:45 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari
24h00
12:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)1 transfer

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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Bratislava

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SlovakiaSlovakia
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Buses from Bucharest to Bratislava run on average 14 times per day, taking around 20h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 500 miles (805 km) distance in 19h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $28 (€23)
Distance
500 miles (805 km)
Average bus duration
20h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$39 (€32)
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
19h 5m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $28 (€23)

Bus providers: FlixBus, Omega Group from Bucharest to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Bratislava with FlixBus, Omega Group for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19h 5m
Cheapest Price
$49 (€40)
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Omega Group

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 25m
Cheapest Price
$97 (€80)
Omega Group frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Bratislava

Things to do in Bratislava

Discover the best of Bratislava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bratislava trip today.

  • Must visit

Slovak National Gallery

Modern and contemporary art museum in a riverside modernist building, known for temporary exhibitions and strong Slovak art context.

  • Recommended

Slovak National Museum - Historical Museum

Slovakia’s leading national museum presents archaeology, history, and cultural collections inside Bratislava Castle.

  • Recommended

Museum of the City of Bratislava

Main city museum documenting Bratislava’s urban past through diverse exhibits in the Old Town’s historic core.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Central Europe: hotels and dining are usually below Vienna, while transit is cheap and many sights are low cost.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included, but 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up in cafes and for taxis if service was good.

FAQs: Bus from Bucharest to Bratislava

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Bucharest to Bratislava can start from as little as $39 (€32) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bucharest to Bratislava is $70 (€57) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Bucharest to Bratislava is 19h 5m to travel the 500 miles (805 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Bucharest to Bratislava leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Bucharest to Bratislava leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Bucharest to Bratislava with FlixBus, Omega Group. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Bucharest to Bratislava, you can count on FlixBus, Omega Group for the best way to get you to Bratislava. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Bucharest and Bratislava and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bratislava from Bucharest is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 19h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bucharest to Bratislava is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bucharest and Bratislava including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava for bus company FlixBus.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bratislava are:
  • Bratislava Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and the Danube River
  • St. Martin's Cathedral, a Gothic church known for its impressive architecture and historical significance
  • Old Town Hall, a complex of buildings housing the Bratislava City Museum with exhibits on the city's history
  • Devin Castle, a medieval castle ruin located at the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers
  • Slovak National Theatre, an elegant building hosting opera, ballet, and drama performances.
The best things to do in Bratislava include:
  • Old Town, a charming area with cobblestone streets, medieval architecture, and lively cafes
  • UFO Observation Deck, a modern structure providing stunning views of Bratislava and beyond
  • Danube River Cruise, a relaxing boat trip offering scenic views of the city and surrounding landscapes
  • Bratislava Zoo, a family-friendly attraction with a variety of animals and interactive exhibits
  • Slovak Philharmonic, where you can enjoy classical music concerts in a historic setting.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Bucharest to Bratislava depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bucharest to Bratislava:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Bucharest to Bratislava:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bucharest to Bratislava with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since both Bucharest and Bratislava are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bucharest to Bratislava among Omio's users.
The currency used in Slovakia is the Euro (EUR). For travelers, card payments are widely accepted in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for smaller shops, rural areas, and public transport.
In Bratislava, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, the Old Town, and near popular tourist sites. Taxi scams can occur, so it's advisable to use official taxi services or ride-hailing apps. Be cautious when exchanging money and avoid street currency exchangers offering unusually favorable rates. Always keep an eye on personal belongings and stay vigilant in busy places.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bucharest to Bratislava

Most Bucharest to Bratislava buses use the București, Autogara Militari to Bratislava, Einsteinova station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava, Most SNP. Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Bratislava bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bucharest
Arrival bus stations in Bratislava
București, Autogara MilitariBucharest Militari Bus Station, Strada Valea Cascadelor 1, 077042
City-centre transport

Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre

Train61 · 43m · every ~15 min
BusN115 · 22m · $1 · every ~2 min
Tram25 · 41m · every ~18 min
SubwayM3 · 13m · every ~16 min
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