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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
$15
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Nitra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Nitra will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Vienna for Nitra on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Nitra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a ferry costs an average of $45.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $51 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Nitra:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Nitra costing on average $25 (€20).
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Vienna to Nitra costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Nitra take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 1h 56m 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, LeviTour, Slovak Lines Express a.s., Slovak Lines Express, BlaBlaCar.
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 03:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator LeviTour | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Nitra buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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707803 | 9:30 PM Vienna, Erdberg | 3h10 | 12:40 AM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 10:00 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 2h40 | 12:40 AM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h35 | 7:40 AM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h30 | 9:45 AM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 8:45 AM Vienna, Erdberg | 3h25 | 12:10 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
707803 | 9:15 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h05 | 9:20 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h45 | 11:10 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h30 | 11:10 PM Nitra, Autobusová Stanica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vienna to Nitra run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Nitra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nitra trip today.
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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