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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Zvolen to Bratislava. Traveling by coach from Zvolen to Bratislava usually takes around 2 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €8.96 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Slovak Lines |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Zvolen to Bratislava
- FlixBus: 1 daily coaches from €9
- Slovak Lines: 4 daily coaches from €16
- Slovak Lines Express: 2 daily coaches from €16
What coach companies travel from Zvolen to Bratislava?
There are 3 bus lines from Zvolen to Bratislava available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Slovak Lines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 2h 30m | €8.96 |
| Slovak Lines | 4 | 2h 46m | €15.70 |
| Slovak Lines Express | 2 | 2h 50m | €15.68 |
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 1 trips from Zvolen to Bratislava, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Slovak Lines is a bus company based in Bratislava that operates in Slovakia, Austria, and the Czech Republic, providing passenger transportation services. The company's buses are well-equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and complimentary water. In addition, the seats have extra legroom compared to standard coaches.
Book Slovak Lines Express from Zvolen to Bratislava from €15. There are 2 Slovak Lines Express schedules from Zvolen to Bratislava and you can expect on average to pay for a Slovak Lines Express ticket to Bratislava. In Zvolen, Slovak Lines Express departs to Bratislava from T. G. Masaryka 1216/66 and no other station. In Bratislava, Slovak Lines Express arrives at Mlýnské Nivy and no other station.
An average trip on Slovak Lines Express from Zvolen to Bratislava takes 2 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available Slovak Lines Express trip will get you to Bratislava in 2 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Slovak Lines Express offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Bratislava.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Zvolen to Bratislava. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Bratislava. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Zvolen to Bratislava, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Bratislava
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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 Zvolen?
Main departure station: Zvolen Train Station
Zvolen has two coach stations with service to Bratislava.
All coach stations in Zvolen:
Zvolen Train Station
T. G. Masaryka 1216/66
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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