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Düsseldorf to Bratislava Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Düsseldorf to Bratislava?
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Düsseldorf to Bratislava.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$103.84 | Avg. Price$135.26 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips33 | Daily Trips7 |
Duration | Duration18h 18m | Duration20h 40m |
Bus from Düsseldorf to Bratislava: Journey Information
There are 29 intercity buses per day from Düsseldorf to Bratislava. Traveling by bus from Düsseldorf to Bratislava usually takes around 18 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 508 mi (818 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $48.94 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Düsseldorf to Bratislava?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Düsseldorf to Bratislava that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 29 scheduled trips per day.
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 29 trips from Düsseldorf to Bratislava, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 36 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Düsseldorf to Bratislava from $49. There are 4 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Düsseldorf to Bratislava and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Bratislava. In Düsseldorf, RegioJet departs to Bratislava from Central Bus Station . In Bratislava, RegioJet arrives at Einsteinova/Viedenska cesta and 3 other stations.
An average trip on RegioJet from Düsseldorf to Bratislava takes 17 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Bratislava in 15 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, RegioJet offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bratislava.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Düsseldorf to Bratislava
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 508 miles from Düsseldorf to Bratislava. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Düsseldorf to Bratislava, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 29 scheduled buses that travel from Düsseldorf to Bratislava every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Düsseldorf to Bratislava; ticket prices start at $55.36.
City Information
Düsseldorf
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Düsseldorf is located between Essen and Cologne in Germany and is known for its booming fashion industry. Arts, music, and culture thrive in this welcoming and multicultural destination.
Altstaft, the city's old town, fills its narrow streets with relaxed cafes and chic bars. If you're lucky enough to visit in the winter, Düsseldorf is home to one of Germany's best Christmas markets, hosted at Marktplatz.
To experience Düsseldorf's culture, you can opt to watch a performance in an opera or a theatre. Two of the top theaters are the Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus and Roncalli’s Apollo Variete. Then, when the opera makes you feel sufficiently posh, you'll be ready to enter the pink, opulent palace of Schloss Benrath.
While nearly every corner in Düsseldorf is filled with shops to catch your eye, the most exclusive and luxury shops congregate on one street: Königsallee. However, if you prefer digging through thrift shops and poking into local boutiques, Lorettostrasse might be more your style.
Düsseldorf is home to one of the largest airports in the area, with flights to many international destinations. To view the German countryside from the ground, take a Deutsche Bahn train or a bus offered by several companies that run routes throughout Europe.
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 bus leave from in Düsseldorf?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
In the center of Düsseldorf is the city's central bus station, known as Düsseldorf ZOB. The station is close to the main railway station, and carriers like Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur all have buses stopping by regularly. Together, these carriers have coverage to Paris, Prague, Vienna, Milan, Kyiv, and Essen. Next to the bus station are various food places, and the station is in the city center- so there are plenty of shops, hotels, and Düsseldorf's main attractions within walking distance.
All bus stations in Düsseldorf:
Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bratislava?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Mlýnské Nivy
Autobusová Stanica is a major bus station in Bratislava, offering intercity bus 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.
All bus stations in Bratislava:
Mlýnské Nivy
Einsteinova/Viedenska cesta
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Ivanská cesta 4356/39
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Bratislava hl.st.
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