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Ponitrianske múzeum
Regional museum presenting archaeology, history, ethnography, and natural history of the Nitra region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond its headline sights.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poprad to Nitra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poprad to Nitra will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Poprad to Nitra without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poprad to Nitra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poprad to Nitra:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Poprad to Nitra costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Nitra take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $58 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€15). The journey takes 3h 31m versus 2h 39m 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..
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 08:25AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Slovak Lines Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Poprad to Nitra buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. 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 | 1:40 PM Poprad, Autobusová Stanica | 8h55 | 10:35 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Poprad to Nitra run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 15:10. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 3:10 PM |
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Regional museum presenting archaeology, history, ethnography, and natural history of the Nitra region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond its headline sights.
The city’s main art gallery, hosting Slovak modern and contemporary art alongside temporary exhibitions in a historic town-centre setting.
Museum of the Nitra Diocese with sacred art and church heritage connected to one of Slovakia’s oldest Christian centres.
The central square of Nitra, surrounded by key civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the old centre.
Scenic viewpoints around the castle offering some of the best panoramas over Nitra and the surrounding hills.
Main pedestrian area with shops, public spaces, and easy access to landmarks. It is one of the busiest and most practical walking zones in the city.
Slovakia’s best-known dish: soft potato dumplings topped with sheep cheese and often bacon. It is a staple across the country and common on menus in Nitra.
Small potato dumplings mixed with sauerkraut, sometimes finished with bacon. A rustic northern-Slovak style dish widely eaten in traditional restaurants.
A rich sauerkraut soup often cooked with mushrooms, sausage, and spices. It is especially traditional in colder months and around Christmas.
A well-known upscale option in Nitra, popular for a more modern dining experience and polished interior.
Established restaurant-cafe by Nitra Castle with a polished setting, good regional dishes, desserts, and views over the city.
Central Nitra dining venue known for reliable Slovak and European cuisine in a comfortable city-center atmosphere.
Cheaper than Bratislava and many EU cities. Meals, coffee, and local transport are generally good value.
About 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis. Hotel tipping is optional but appreciated.
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Nitra, Autobusová Stanica -> Nitra, Centrum
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