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There are 9 ways to get from Zwickau to Bratislava by bus, train, car or plane

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Bus

  1. Take the bus from Zwickau central train station to Dresden central station
  2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy

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Bus via Prague

  1. Take the bus from Zwickau central train station to Prague
  2. Take the bus from Praha ÚAN Florenc to Bratislava

Train, bus

  1. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
  2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Prague Main station
  3. Take the train from Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova to Bratislava Central Train Station

Train via Passau

  1. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbf
  2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Regensburg Hbf
  3. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Passau Hbf
  4. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hbf
  5. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica

Train

  1. Take the train from Zwickau Zentrum to Karlovy Vary
  2. Take the train from Karlovy Vary to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
  3. Take the train from Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova to Bratislava Central Train Station

Drive

  1. Drive from Zwickau to Bratislava

Train to Leipzig, fly, bus

  1. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  2. Fly from Leipzig (LEJ) to Vienna (VIE)
  3. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP

Train, bus to Prague, fly, bus

  1. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Karlovy Vary Dolni Nadrazi
  2. Take the bus from Karlovy Vary Terminal Bus Station to Prague Airport Terminal 1/2
  3. Fly from Prague (PRG) to Vienna (VIE)
  4. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP

Train, train to Nuremberg, fly, bus

  1. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbf
  2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
  3. Fly from Nuremberg (NUE) to Vienna (VIE)
  4. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP

Zwickau to Bratislava by bus

6 Weekly Buses
9h Average Duration
€47 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Zwickau to Bratislava is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 9h.

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The quickest way to get from Zwickau to Bratislava is to drive which costs €80 - €130 and takes 5h 23m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Zwickau station to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Zwickau central train station and arriving at Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy via Dresden central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

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No, there is no direct train from Zwickau to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica via Hof Hbf, Regensburg Hbf, Passau Hbf and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

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It is 440 km from Zwickau to Bratislava. It is approximately 523 km to drive.

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The best way to get from Zwickau to Bratislava without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs €45 - €75.

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It takes approximately 9h to get from Zwickau to Bratislava, including transfers.

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Zwickau to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zwickau central train station.

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Zwickau to Bratislava train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, depart from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof station.

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The best way to get from Zwickau to Bratislava is to bus which takes 9h and costs €45 - €75. Alternatively, you can train via Passau, which costs and takes 11h 9m.

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  • Distance: 440 km
  • Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Zwickau, Germany and Bratislava, Slovakia?

You can take a bus from Zwickau to Bratislava via Dresden central station in around 9h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zwickau to Bratislava via Hof Hbf, Regensburg Hbf, Passau Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 11h 9m.

Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Website
austrian.com
Flights from Leipzig to Vienna
Ave. Duration
1h 10m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€140 - €480
Flights from Prague to Vienna
Ave. Duration
50 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
€95 - €350
Flights from Nuremberg to Vienna
Ave. Duration
1h 5m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€120 - €650
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Nuremberg to Vienna via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
3h 5m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€120 - €650
Train operators
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
Phone
0341 231898288
Email
info@mitteldeutsche-regiobahn.de
Website
mitteldeutsche-regiobahn.de
Train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
Ave. Duration
1h 31m
Frequency
Hourly
Website
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
Train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 6m
Frequency
Hourly
Website
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
RegioJet
Phone
+420 222 222 221
Email
info@regiojet.cz
Website
regiojet.com
Train from Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova to Bratislava Central Train Station
Ave. Duration
4h 6m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€14 - €50
Website
https://regiojet.com/
2nd Class
€14 - €20
1st Class
€45 - €48
Czech Railways (ČD)
Phone
+420 221 111 122
Email
info@cd.cz
Website
cd.cz
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
Ave. Duration
4h 30m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€27 - €60
Website
https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm
2nd Class
€27 - €40
Business
€39 - €40
1st Class
€35 - €60
Train from Karlovy Vary to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
Ave. Duration
3h 26m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€16 - €35
Website
https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm
2nd Class
€16 - €24
Business
€23 - €24
1st Class
€23 - €35
Transdev
Phone
030 200730
Website
transdev.de
Train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Hof Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 6m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€17 - €26
Website
Transdev
Die Länderbahn
Phone
0 89 54 888 97 - 25
Email
info@laenderbahn.com
Website
laenderbahn.com
Train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Hof Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
Frequency
Once daily
Website
Die Länderbahn
Train from Hof Hbf to Regensburg Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 6m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Website
Die Länderbahn
Train from Zwickau Zentrum to Karlovy Vary
Ave. Duration
2h 37m
Frequency
4 times a week
Website
Die Länderbahn
Train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Karlovy Vary Dolni Nadrazi
Ave. Duration
2h 32m
Frequency
4 times a week
Website
Die Länderbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).

Contact Details
Phone
+49 0180 6 99 66 33
Website
bahn.com
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Passau Hbf
Ave. Duration
59 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€28 - €40
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Phone
+32 2 528 28 28
Website
belgiantrain.be
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Passau Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 4m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€11 - €17
Website
https://www.belgiantrain.be/en
2nd Class
€11 - €17
1st Class
€18 - €26
Train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hbf
Ave. Duration
3h 18m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€25 - €40
Website
https://www.belgiantrain.be/en
2nd Class
€25 - €40
1st Class
€35 - €55
agilis
Phone
+49 800 589 28 40
Website
agilis.de
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Passau Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 19m
Frequency
3 times a week
Website
agilis.de
Deutsche Bahn Regional

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.

Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 2970
Website
bahn.com
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Passau Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 12m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
€19 - €27
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
Ave. Duration
1h 31m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€17 - €24
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Hof Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 47m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€25 - €40
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Austrian Railways (ÖBB)

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
Phone
05 17 17
Website
oebb.at
Train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 18m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€50 - €70
Website
https://www.oebb.at/en/
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
Ave. Duration
1h 6m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€11 - €15
Website
https://www.oebb.at/en/
Nightjet
Phone
+43 51717
Website
nightjet.com
Train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hbf
Ave. Duration
3h 14m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€30 - €200
Website
https://www.nightjet.com/en/#/home
Sleeper Carriage
€140 - €200
Couchette Carriage
€80 - €110
Seating Carriage
€30 - €50
ÖBB Intercity
Phone
+43 (0)5 1717
Website
oebb.at
Train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 23m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€55 - €85
Website
https://www.oebb.at/
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
Ave. Duration
1h 19m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€12 - €18
Website
https://www.oebb.at/
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
Ave. Duration
1h 9m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€27 - €50
Website
https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Railjet

Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).

Contact Details
Phone
+43 51717
Website
oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
Ave. Duration
1h 9m
Frequency
3 times a week
Estimated price
€14 - €21
Website
https://www.oebb.at/en/
Bus operators
FlixBus

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 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Zwickau central train station to Dresden central station
Ave. Duration
1h 50m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€12 - €17
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Dresden central station to Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
Ave. Duration
6h 10m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€35 - €55
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Zwickau central train station to Prague
Ave. Duration
3h 50m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€22 - €35
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Dresden central station to Prague Main station
Ave. Duration
2h 10m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€13 - €19
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,,Most SNP
Ave. Duration
50 min
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€7 - €11
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Racic Eurobus
Phone
+359-887-208-506
Email
racic_bg@yahoo.com
Website
racicbg.com
Bus from Dresden Bavarian Street to Bratislava Bus Station
Ave. Duration
5h 29m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€35 - €50
Website
https://www.racicbg.com/bg/
Pejic Tours
Phone
+381 20 314 545
Email
info@pejictours.com
Website
pejictours.com
Bus from Dresden to Bratislava
Ave. Duration
7h
Frequency
Twice a week
Schedules at
pejictours.com
Slovak Lines
Phone
+421 2 55422734
Email
info@slovaklines.sk
Website
slovaklines.sk
Bus from Vienna Airport Terminal 1 to Bratislava Most SNP
Ave. Duration
50 min
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€3 - €8
Website
Slovak Lines
RegioJet
Phone
+420 222 222 221
Email
info@regiojet.cz
Website
regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Most
Ave. Duration
45 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€3 - €5
Website
https://regiojet.com/
Bus from Karlovy Vary Terminal Bus Station to Prague Airport Terminal 1/2
Ave. Duration
1h 30m
Frequency
Every 2 hours
Estimated price
€6 - €9
Website
https://regiojet.com/

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The quickest flight from Leipzig Airport to Vienna Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.

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Zwickau to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy station.

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Zwickau to Bratislava train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), arrive at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Zwickau to Bratislava is 523 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Zwickau to Bratislava.

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