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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Darmstadt to Bratislava. Traveling by coach from Darmstadt to Bratislava usually takes around 17 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 14 hours and 45 minutes.
Distance | 401 mi (645 km) |
Shortest duration | 14h 45m |
Cheapest price | CA$48.68 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Darmstadt to Bratislava?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Darmstadt to Bratislava. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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FlixBus | 6 | 17h 3m | CA$86.85 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 6 trips from Darmstadt to Bratislava, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 3 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 17 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 401 miles from Darmstadt to Bratislava. However, the fastest coach only takes 14 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Darmstadt to Bratislava, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Darmstadt to Bratislava every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Darmstadt to Bratislava; ticket prices start at CA$136.32.
City Information
Darmstadt
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Image credit: Pixabay
Image credit: Pixabay
Darmstadt is a large city in the state of Hesse, near Frankfurt. It is known as Germany's City of Science due to the many scientific institutions and academies within the city's limits. A long list of notable landmarks makes Darmstadt a worthy destination to explore.
One of the most popular landmarks in the city is the ruins of Frankenstein Castle, which is said to have inspired the world-famous novel by Mary Shelley. Another is the St. Mary Magdalene Chapel, used by the Russian imperial family during their visit to the city. Finally, if you're a fan of quirky architecture, don't miss the art-nouveau museum Institut Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt or the Waldspirale, a colourful, spiralling residential building built in the 1990s.
To begin your Darmstadt adventure, catch a coach or train, both of which usually arrive at the Zweifalltorweg station. FlixBus and Sindbad connect Darmstadt to other cities by coach, and Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and Railjet provide travel by train. From Darmstadt, some of the most popular destinations are Stuttgart, Munich, Cologne, and Rotterdam.
Bratislava
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
The capital of Slovakia and a beautiful city straddling two sides of the Danube, Bratislava is a popular tourist destination in Europe that features plenty of attractions. Tourists often flock to the Old Town quarter, a historic area that dates back to several centuries. In this quarter, you can also find the magnificent Baroque Palaces, with their awe-inspiring architecture, as well as Mozart House, where Mozart performed for the Palffy clan when he was only six years old. Don't miss out on the chance to marvel at the Gothic Cathedral of St. Martin, the coronation church for the kings and queens of Hungary for three centuries.
As the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava naturally features many world-famous restaurants that serve the finest local specialties. Special mentions go to the Modrá Hviezda, a small restaurant in the Old Town quarter of the city. However, for the best local dishes, try the Bratislava Flagship.
The primary train station in Bratislava is the Bratislava-Petrzalka. Bus service also makes Bratislava accessible from many major cities in Eastern Europe. Flights go through the nearby M. R. Štefánik Airport, located just 5.1 miles away from the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Darmstadt?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Zweifalltorweg
Darmstadt has two coach stations with service to Bratislava.
All coach stations in Darmstadt:
Zweifalltorweg
Train Station
Where does the coach arrive in Bratislava?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Mlýnské Nivy
Autobusová Stanica is a major coach station in Bratislava, offering intercity coach services on Slovak Lines. The station is large and spacious, with many dedicated waiting lounges. There are plenty of food stalls and even retail shops inside. The station is close to busy residential areas, with other amenities like cafes within walking distance. This station also recently experienced a major renovation, and the new, more modern station opened in 2021.
Coach stations in Bratislava:
Mlýnské Nivy
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