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Compare bus and train for Split to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Split to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 12h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, while a train costs an average of $83.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 28m Average total duration 16h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration Fastest 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Split to Bratislava:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Split to Bratislava costing on average $83 (€68).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 28m.
Tickets start at around $83 (€68) compared to roughly $213 (€174) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $130 (€106). The journey takes 16h 58m versus 7h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Split to Bratislava
How to get from Split to Bratislava by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Split to Bratislava is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 AM14h55Split, Autobusni Kolodvor7:55 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$571One-way2 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 AM14h55Split, Autobusni Kolodvor7:55 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$571One-way2 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus7:50 PM11h40Split, Autobusni Kolodvor7:30 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy$1121One-way0 transfers
Other options
EN 1272+
REX 85:20 PM17h50Split, Autobusni Kolodvor11:10 AMBratislava hlavná stanica$701One-way1 transfer
EN 1272+
REX 65:20 PM17h24Split, Autobusni Kolodvor10:44 AMBratislava-Petržalka$781One-way1 transfer
EN 1272+
RJX 254+
REX 85:20 PM16h50Split, Autobusni Kolodvor10:10 AMBratislava hlavná stanica$831One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:59 PM14h16Split, Autobusni Kolodvor2:15 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$621One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:00 AM15h15Split, Autobusni Kolodvor11:15 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$641One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:00 PM14h35Split, Autobusni Kolodvor2:35 AMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$651One-way2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Split to Bratislava:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Split to Bratislava costing on average $83 (€68).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 28m.
- Around 28 buses per day.
- Around 1 flights per day.
- Around 1 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Split and Bratislava as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arrive in Bratislava hlavná stanica.
- Buses mostly depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arrive in Bratislava, Einsteinova.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Bratislava by bus.
- Travel with EuroNight to go to Bratislava by train.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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