There are 4 ways to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava by bus, train, car or towncar
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International entry into Slovakia from Austria
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
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Conditions of entry into Slovakia from Austria
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
- Arrivals vaccinated against COVID-19 are exempted from compulsory quarantine
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 1
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival and 14 day mandatory self quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 8
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
- Arrivals vaccinated against COVID-19 are exempted from compulsory quarantine
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 1
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Yes, but conditions apply when entering Slovakia from Austria.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Bratislava is 917 222 682.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Bratislava is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Bratislava is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 917 222 682.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from Slovakia.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is to bus which costs €3 - €8 and takes 45 min.
The quickest way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is to drive which costs €6 - €9 and takes 38 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Schwechat Airport Bbf. and arriving at Bratislava, Most SNP. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.
No, there is no direct train from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Flughafen Wien and arriving at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
The distance between Vienna Airport (VIE) and Bratislava is 41 km. The road distance is 63.5 km.
The best way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs €3 - €8.
The bus from Vienna, Schwechat Airport Bbf. to Bratislava, Most SNP takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna, Schwechat Airport Bbf. station.
Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is to bus which takes 45 min and costs €3 - €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €6 - €19 and takes 1h 58m.
- Distance: 40.6 km
- Duration: 45 min
What companies run services between Vienna Airport (VIE), Austria and Bratislava, Slovakia?
RegioJet operates a bus from Vienna, Schwechat Airport Bbf. to Bratislava, Most SNP every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3 - €5 and the journey takes 45 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Austrian Railways (ÖBB) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica hourly. Tickets cost €11 - €15 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Two other operators also service this route.
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €11 - €15
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €23 - €45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3 - €7
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- €3 - €5
- 1st Class
- €4 - €7
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna, Schwechat Airport Bbf. to Bratislava, Most SNP
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €3 - €5
- Website
- RegioJet
- Phone
- +421 2 55422734
- info@slovaklines.sk
- Website
- slovaklines.sk
Bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, Most SNP
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €3 - €5
- Website
- Slovak Lines
- Website
- bustickets.distribusion.com
Bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava Most SNP
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €10
- Schedules at
- bustickets.distribusion.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €6 - €8
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- On demand
Towncar from Vienna Airport to Bratislava
- Estimated price
- €110 - €180
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More Questions & Answers
Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Bratislava, Most SNP station.
Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), arrive at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is 63 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava.
Book your Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava train tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.
Book your Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.
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