There are 4 ways to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava by bus, train, car or towncar
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Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava by bus
The bus journey time between Vienna Airport (VIE) and Bratislava is around 55 min and covers a distance of around 65 km. Operated by Slovak Lines, FlixBus, RegioJet and others, the Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava bus service departs from Vienna Airport and arrives in Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus Station. Typically 67 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is to bus which costs €3 - €10 and takes 55 min.
The quickest way to get from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is to drive which costs €10 - €15 and takes 38 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Airport and arriving at Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 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 55 min and costs €3 - €10.
The bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus Station takes 55 min including transfers and departs every three hours.
Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava bus services, operated by Slovak Lines, depart from Vienna Airport 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 55 min and costs €3 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 1h 58m.

- Distance: 40.6 km
- Duration: 55 min
What companies run services between Vienna Airport (VIE), Austria and Bratislava, Slovakia?
Slovak Lines operates a bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €3 - €8 and the journey takes 55 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 6m. 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 6m
- 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
- €26 - €50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €28
- Website
- ÖBB Intercity

- Phone
- +421 2 55422734
- info@slovaklines.sk
- Website
- slovaklines.sk
Bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €3 - €8
- Website
- Slovak Lines

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).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €6 - €8
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna Airport Bus Station to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Most
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €3 - €5
- Website
- RegioJet

- Phone
- +421 55 680 73 06
- onlinepredaj@eurobus.sk
- Website
- eurobus.sk
Bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Schedules at
- eurobus.sk

- 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 Slovak Lines, arrive at Bratislava Mlynske Nivy Bus 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.
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