Bratislava M. R. Štefánik Airport, located just 8 kilometers northeast of Bratislava City, is the main airport of Slovakia serving both domestic and international flights. There are three options to get from the airport to the city center of Bratislava: taxi, private transfer, or public bus.
A Bratislava Airport transfer ride to the city center is very fast, taking just 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic, and other than a Bratislava Airport taxi, provides the only direct door-to-door service.
Alternatively, you can opt for a much cheaper bus ride on the Line 61 shared public bus which takes approximately 25 to 35 minutes to reach the Central Railway Station downtown where passengers can connect to regional and intercity trains.
3 options to go from Bratislava Airport to city center
Private transfers from Bratislava Airport are the best option for all travelers who don't want to wait outside or those who have more than one piece of luggage.
The bus is a good choice for those on a tight budget who have time to spare.
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How to get from Bratislava Airport to the city center by taxi
Taking a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center is quick and easy taking just 15 to 25 minutes to reach your hotel. The taxi industry in Slovakia is heavily privatized and as such you’ll notice taxi operators can sport all different colors, although black and yellow vehicles with the typical “TAXI” roof sign are still the most common. Bratislava Airport has partnered with the taxi company, Airport Service, which can accommodate between 4 and 7 passengers.
How much is a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
It’s standard for Bratislava taxis to use a taximeter to calculate their fares. On average, from Bratislava Airport to the city the taxi price will be between €13 and €17, depending on the company’s rates. Having said that, the Airport Service offers fixed rates to certain destinations when booked from the taxi counter inside the terminal.
Where do I catch a taxi from?
The taxi rank at Bratislava Airport is located outside the Arrival terminal. As you exit the building, clear signs will indicate the taxi rank waiting area.
Convenience
Taking a Bratislava Airport Taxi is generally considered to be the fastest and most comfortable mode of transportation to the city center. However, many drivers are known for overcharging tourists with outrageous prices, up to ten times the normal cost. To avoid this, only ever take a taxi from the official taxi rank and ask them to use the meter. Alternatively, you can secure a competitive fixed rate fee by booking your transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.
Useful Tips
An additional charge of €10 will be added to 7-seater minivans.
It can be hard for tourists to spot an illegal taxi driver since they usually approach tourists offering them attractive deals. However, during the ride, they will double or triple the initial rate, making up various excuses for the heightened price.
The airport taxi counter in the Arrivals Hall can help travelers hire a trusted taxi operator. Make sure to ask for a fixed-price transfer.
You are strongly advised to pre-book your taxi transfer in advance to avoid being overcharged by local drivers at the airport taxi rank.
How to get from Bratislava Airport to the city center by bus
The cheapest way to travel from the Airport in Bratislava to the city center is by bus on Line 61, operated by Dopravný podnik Bratislava. This is the only direct public transport option connecting passengers to Hlavná stanica, Bratislava’s main train station, Central Railway Station. The trip takes 25 to 35 minutes, depending on traffic and how many passengers get off and on along the way.
How much is the bus from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
Tickets on buses and trolleybuses in Bratislava are based on zones and times. From Bratislava Airport to the city center you cross two zones and the trip is scheduled to take less than minutes so a one-way bus ticket will cost €1.10 for adults and €0.55 for the elderly and children. It’s important to note that this only applies to paper tickets.
If you purchase a ticket electronically by tapping on the ticket validation machine onboard with a credit or debit card, the trip will cost €1.20 and allow you 45 minutes to travel to your destination including a transfer to any other line.
Cost
€1.20
Trip Duration
25 Min.
The wait time for the bus is 6 to 15 minutes, depending on the time of day.
Convenience
Safety
Value for Money
The number 61 airport bus is available daily from 04:45 to 23:30.
Where do I get the bus from?
Bratislava Airport bus station is located outside the main terminal building, next to the taxi rank in front of the Arrivals Hall.
Convenience
Traveling from Bratislava Airport to the city center by bus is an ideal choice for anyone traveling on a budget. However, the bus is usually crowded during peak hours, as it is the only bus that connects the airport to the city center. If you’re arriving during peak hours with luggage, pre-booking a private transfer may be a more suitable option since you won’t need to worry about space or walking to your hotel from the station.
Timetables
Bratislava Airport – Central Railway Station
Bus Timetables
Useful Tips
Tickets for the No. 61 bus can be purchased from ticket machines inside the airport and have to be validated when entering the bus. Please note that you cannot buy tickets directly from the bus driver.
The N61 night bus runs hourly throughout the night along the same route as the 61 Line.
All passengers are wheelchair-accessible.
No 61 buses are modern with special luggage compartments. However, travelers should always keep an eye on their belongings during the trip.
The bus ticket duration is extended to 90 minutes during the weekend.
Getting from Bratislava Airport to the city by private transfer
If you’re after a seamless journey from start to finish without the need to stand in line, then booking a private Bratislava Airport transfer in advance from Bratislava Airport to the city is your best option. Private transfers, like those arranged by Welcome Pickups, use modern and stylish vehicles equipped with air-conditioning and enough luggage space for each passenger to carry at least one standard suitcase.
On top of that, you’ll receive:
An English-speaking driver local to the area
An airport meet-and-greet
Access to 24/7 customer support
Guaranteed fixed fare rates
Moreover, as an added special touch, your driver will let you in on their best tips and tricks for what to do and see in Bratislava.
How much is a private transfer from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
Booking a private transfer with Welcome Pickups couldn’t be easier. Not only will you receive a fully-inclusive upfront cost, but the whole process takes less than a minute either via the website or through the app.
For instance, a journey downtown in a stylish sedan that seats 4 passengers will set you back €21, or if you need a more spacious vehicle, one of our minivans would do the trick, comfortably seating up to 8 passengers and their luggage for €27, with no need to worry about surcharges or the price increasing due to traffic.
Cost
€21
Trip Duration
15 Min.
Private transfer services can depart as soon as you arrive.
Convenience
Safety
Value for Money
Private transfers from Bratislava Airport operate 24/7.
Where will my private transfer depart from?
One of the advantages of booking a private transfer is not having to search for or line up for a taxi when you arrive. Instead, a friendly Welcome driver will be waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall, holding a sign with your name on it. After introducing themselves, they’ll give you and any traveling companions a hand with any baggage and show you to the vehicle you selected during the booking process.
Convenience
Although slightly more expensive than a regular taxi, private transfers are still an affordable transport option, and even cheaper if you’re traveling by minivan and splitting the costs. Plus, there are loads of benefits to offset the cost like a personalized mini tour of the city on the way to your destination, spacious modern vehicles, and an English-speaking driver.
Useful Tips
You'll be sent your driver's details ahead of time so that you cane easily recognize them on arrival.
Set your pick-up time for 30 minutes after your plane's scheduled arrival to allow enough time to clear Immigration, Customs and Baggage Claim.
If you'd like to include a tip for your driver you can do so in cash or via the app, although it isn't expected that you do so.
Any vehicle customizations that you require can be made at the time of booking, for example, if you're traveling with children and require a booster or baby seat.
Frequently asked questions
How to get from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
There are three ways to get from Bratislava Airport to the city: taxi, private transfer, or bus. The No. 61 bus takes approximately 25 minutes (17 stops) and you will need a 30 or 45-minute ticket that costs €1.10/1.20. A taxi or private transfer is also relatively cheap and takes just 15 minutes for a door-to-door transfer in light traffic.
How much is a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
For a standard taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center the price should be between €13 and €17 using the taximeter. Note that tolls and surcharges will be added on top.
How much is the bus from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
The bus from the Airport in Bratislava to the city center is very affordable, costing just €1.20 for a single-journey ticket valid for 45 minutes.
How far is Bratislava Airport to the city center?
The total distance from Bratislava Airport to the city center is 8 km. The trip takes around 15 minutes by car or taxi during light traffic.
Taking a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center is quick and easy taking just 15 to 25 minutes to reach your hotel. The taxi industry in Slovakia is heavily privatized and as such you’ll notice taxi operators can sport all different colors, although black and yellow vehicles with the typical “TAXI” roof sign are still the most common. Bratislava Airport has partnered with the taxi company, Airport Service, which can accommodate between 4 and 7 passengers.
How much is a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
It’s standard for Bratislava taxis to use a taximeter to calculate their fares. On average, from Bratislava Airport to the city the taxi price will be between €13 and €17, depending on the company’s rates. Having said that, the Airport Service offers fixed rates to certain destinations when booked from the taxi counter inside the terminal.
Where do I catch a taxi from?
The taxi rank at Bratislava Airport is located outside the Arrival terminal. As you exit the building, clear signs will indicate the taxi rank waiting area.
Convenience
Taking a Bratislava Airport Taxi is generally considered to be the fastest and most comfortable mode of transportation to the city center. However, many drivers are known for overcharging tourists with outrageous prices, up to ten times the normal cost. To avoid this, only ever take a taxi from the official taxi rank and ask them to use the meter. Alternatively, you can secure a competitive fixed rate fee by booking your transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.
Useful Tips
Book a trusted, English-speaking driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular taxi
Learn moreThe cheapest way to travel from the Airport in Bratislava to the city center is by bus on Line 61, operated by Dopravný podnik Bratislava. This is the only direct public transport option connecting passengers to Hlavná stanica, Bratislava’s main train station, Central Railway Station. The trip takes 25 to 35 minutes, depending on traffic and how many passengers get off and on along the way.
How much is the bus from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
Tickets on buses and trolleybuses in Bratislava are based on zones and times. From Bratislava Airport to the city center you cross two zones and the trip is scheduled to take less than minutes so a one-way bus ticket will cost €1.10 for adults and €0.55 for the elderly and children. It’s important to note that this only applies to paper tickets.
If you purchase a ticket electronically by tapping on the ticket validation machine onboard with a credit or debit card, the trip will cost €1.20 and allow you 45 minutes to travel to your destination including a transfer to any other line.
The number 61 airport bus is available daily from 04:45 to 23:30.
Where do I get the bus from?
Bratislava Airport bus station is located outside the main terminal building, next to the taxi rank in front of the Arrivals Hall.
Convenience
Traveling from Bratislava Airport to the city center by bus is an ideal choice for anyone traveling on a budget. However, the bus is usually crowded during peak hours, as it is the only bus that connects the airport to the city center. If you’re arriving during peak hours with luggage, pre-booking a private transfer may be a more suitable option since you won’t need to worry about space or walking to your hotel from the station.
Timetables
Bratislava Airport – Central Railway Station
Bus Timetables
Useful Tips
If you’re after a seamless journey from start to finish without the need to stand in line, then booking a private Bratislava Airport transfer in advance from Bratislava Airport to the city is your best option. Private transfers, like those arranged by Welcome Pickups, use modern and stylish vehicles equipped with air-conditioning and enough luggage space for each passenger to carry at least one standard suitcase.
On top of that, you’ll receive:
Moreover, as an added special touch, your driver will let you in on their best tips and tricks for what to do and see in Bratislava.
How much is a private transfer from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
Booking a private transfer with Welcome Pickups couldn’t be easier. Not only will you receive a fully-inclusive upfront cost, but the whole process takes less than a minute either via the website or through the app.
For instance, a journey downtown in a stylish sedan that seats 4 passengers will set you back €21, or if you need a more spacious vehicle, one of our minivans would do the trick, comfortably seating up to 8 passengers and their luggage for €27, with no need to worry about surcharges or the price increasing due to traffic.
Private transfers from Bratislava Airport operate 24/7.
Where will my private transfer depart from?
One of the advantages of booking a private transfer is not having to search for or line up for a taxi when you arrive. Instead, a friendly Welcome driver will be waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall, holding a sign with your name on it. After introducing themselves, they’ll give you and any traveling companions a hand with any baggage and show you to the vehicle you selected during the booking process.
Convenience
Although slightly more expensive than a regular taxi, private transfers are still an affordable transport option, and even cheaper if you’re traveling by minivan and splitting the costs. Plus, there are loads of benefits to offset the cost like a personalized mini tour of the city on the way to your destination, spacious modern vehicles, and an English-speaking driver.
Useful Tips
Frequently asked questions
How to get from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
There are three ways to get from Bratislava Airport to the city: taxi, private transfer, or bus. The No. 61 bus takes approximately 25 minutes (17 stops) and you will need a 30 or 45-minute ticket that costs €1.10/1.20. A taxi or private transfer is also relatively cheap and takes just 15 minutes for a door-to-door transfer in light traffic.
How much is a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
For a standard taxi from Bratislava Airport to the city center the price should be between €13 and €17 using the taximeter. Note that tolls and surcharges will be added on top.
How much is the bus from Bratislava Airport to the city center?
The bus from the Airport in Bratislava to the city center is very affordable, costing just €1.20 for a single-journey ticket valid for 45 minutes.
How far is Bratislava Airport to the city center?
The total distance from Bratislava Airport to the city center is 8 km. The trip takes around 15 minutes by car or taxi during light traffic.
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