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Slovak National Gallery
Modern and contemporary art museum in a riverside modernist building, known for temporary exhibitions and strong Slovak art context.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$54
Fastest journey on Oct 20
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
6 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 20
35
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Bratislava will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 35 buses from Zagreb to Bratislava, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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 · FlixBusBuses from Zagreb to Bratislava run on average 36 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:26PM | Duration 7h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 10:41PM | Duration 7h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 7h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Bratislava buses for today, Monday, October 19. 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 | 6:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h05 | 2:35 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h40 | 2:10 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h50 | 2:20 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h36 | 2:06 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h50 | 9:35 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h40 | 8:25 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h46 | 9:31 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h15 | 10:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h05 | 11:30 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h25 | 11:50 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h55 | 11:20 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h20 | 12:50 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h11 | 1:41 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h15 | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h45 | 2:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h25 | 5:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h30 | 4:05 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h00 | 4:35 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h30 | 6:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h25 | 6:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h35 | 6:05 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h30 | 7:30 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h26 | 7:26 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h55 | 7:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h00 | 9:00 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h30 | 9:30 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h56 | 8:56 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h20 | 11:15 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h50 | 10:45 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h46 | 10:41 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h31 | 12:01 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h56 | 12:26 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h00 | 12:30 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h30 | 1:00 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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.

Most Zagreb to Bratislava buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Bratislava, Einsteinova station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava, Most SNP. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Bratislava bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Bratislava, Einsteinova is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Einsteinova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova.
Available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Station has ramps for disabled access.
Bratislava, Most SNP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi.
Available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Elevators, ramps.
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