Bus from Zürich to Bratislava: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Airport (ZLC)
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyCheapest
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyFastest
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
BTS AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
BTS AirportNo tags
FlixbusBus
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
BTS AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 11mAverage Duration
401 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$47 - $186Average Duration14h 41m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$65 - $219Average Duration9h 11m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Bratislava by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Bratislava?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start from $47. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Bratislava?

    The average bus trip duration from Zürich to Bratislava is 14h 41m, covering a distance of 402 miles (648 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Zürich to Bratislava route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Bratislava?

    The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Bratislava at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Bratislava?

    A bus trip from Zürich to Bratislava generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Zürich to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Bratislava?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Zürich to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Bratislava?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/13
$73
12/14
$79
Today
$49
12/16
$73
12/17
$65
12/18
$82
12/19
$92
12/20
$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Bratislava, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $183 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-17.

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