- Must visit
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
$83
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
18 h 51 m
Average duration
19 h 3 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
784 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bratislava will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Bratislava without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $264.
Distance: 487 miles (784 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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$97 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $268 Average price | $327 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 3m Average total duration 17h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 4m Average total duration 16h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Bratislava:
A flight is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Bratislava costing on average $97 (€79).
A flight is $188 (€153) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Bratislava costing on average $268 (€219).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 34m.
Bus takes on average 17h 33m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:56AM | Duration 20h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 18h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $103 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome 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 | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h45 | 7:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h35 | 7:05 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h40 | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h25 | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h10 | 8:30 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h21 | 8:41 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 21h15 | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 19h56 | 8:41 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 20h00 | 8:45 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 23h50 | 12:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 22h55 | 12:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 22h51 | 11:56 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 19h25 | 8:30 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 19h50 | 12:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 18h51 | 11:56 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 18h55 | 12:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 19h05 | 12:10 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h40 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h35 | 6:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h50 | 6:15 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h15 | 6:15 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 22h25 | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h40 | 6:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h50 | 7:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h25 | 7:30 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 19h00 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 22h05 | 9:55 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h35 | 9:55 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rome to Bratislava run on average 26 times per day, taking around 17h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 487 miles (784 km) distance in 19h 0m.
Distance 487 miles (784 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Buses per day 26 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 12:10 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.
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.
Official public transport app
Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko M. R. Štefánik) -> Bratislava Hlavná stanica
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

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