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Today14 Jul
from US$79
Tomorrow15 Jul
from US$68
Wed16 Jul
from US$68
Thu17 Jul
from US$57
Fri18 Jul
from US$66
Sat19 Jul
from US$70
Sun20 Jul
from US$78
Mon21 Jul

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Airport (ZLC)
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 15 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 15 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: BTS Airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: BTS Airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Bratislava

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$179Average duration14h 30m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$96 - US$230Average duration9h 11m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Zürich to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 11mAverage duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zürich to Bratislava: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71
Average bus trip duration14h 30m
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance402 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Zürich to Bratislava Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Zürich to Bratislava. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Zürich to Bratislava from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bratislava from Zürich, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Bratislava

  1. What's the distance between Zürich and Bratislava by coach?

    The distance between Zürich and Bratislava by coach is approximately 401 miles (646 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Zürich to Bratislava without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/07
US$82
13/07
US$77
Today
US$75
15/07
US$65
16/07
US$64
17/07
US$53
18/07
US$61
19/07
US$66
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on 17 Jul 2025 with a price of US$53

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 US$53 to US$171 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 US$53, which is on 2025-07-17.

Usually Flixbus (CH) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Zürich and Bratislava!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zürich to Bratislava, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Zürich to Bratislava.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Zürich to Bratislava, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Zürich to Bratislava?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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