- Must visit
Slovak National Gallery
Modern and contemporary art museum in a riverside modernist building, known for temporary exhibitions and strong Slovak art context.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ostrava to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostrava to Bratislava will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 17 buses that leave Ostrava for Bratislava on Sun, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ostrava to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ostrava to Bratislava:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ostrava to Bratislava costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€39). The journey takes 4h 53m versus 3h 2m 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.
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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Ostrava to Bratislava buses for today, Saturday, July 18. 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 | 11:30 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h25 | 6:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h10 | 10:05 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 5h05 | 8:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h30 | 1:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h05 | 2:35 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 3h50 | 12:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h55 | 4:55 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h25 | 6:40 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 3h35 | 4:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 6h25 | 7:50 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
(Cracow -> Vienna) · (Vienna -> Bratislava) | 1:55 AM Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov) | 8h25 | 10:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 6h40 | 9:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h05 | 10:55 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 5h00 | 10:40 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 6h50 | 12:30 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 8h10 | 2:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) | 7h10 | 5:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Ostrava to Bratislava run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a riverside modernist building, known for temporary exhibitions and strong Slovak art context.
Slovakia’s leading national museum presents archaeology, history, and cultural collections inside Bratislava Castle.
Main city museum documenting Bratislava’s urban past through diverse exhibits in the Old Town’s historic core.
Bratislava’s compact historic center is packed with medieval lanes, landmarks, courtyards, and lively public spaces for walking.
A broad riverside promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and Danube views, especially pleasant in warmer months.
The city’s main square features historic facades, seasonal markets, and easy access to key Old Town sights.
Potato dumplings mixed with sheep cheese and topped with bacon. It is Slovakia’s best-known national dish and a staple of traditional mountain cuisine.
Thin potato pancakes often seasoned with garlic and marjoram. A beloved Slovak comfort food, commonly served at markets and casual eateries.
Breaded and fried Edam-style cheese, usually served with fries or potatoes and tartar sauce. A classic meat-free dish in Slovak pubs and canteens.
Established Bratislava restaurant focused on Slovak and Austro-Hungarian traditions, with seasonal dishes and a more intimate, upscale atmosphere.
Modern Slovak fine dining near the old town, known for refined regional ingredients, tasting menus, and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional Slovak restaurant with a rustic interior, generous portions, and reliable classics such as halušky, soups, and roast meat dishes.
Moderate for Central Europe: hotels and dining are usually below Vienna, while transit is cheap and many sights are low cost.
Service may be included, but 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up in cafes and for taxis if service was good.
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