The distance from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is approximately 55 km, and it’s used as an alternative arrival point for the Slovakian capital, as it’s better connected than Bratislava Airport. If you need a transfer from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, you have four options: taxi, private transfer, train or bus. Taking an airport taxi is the most convenient option, as the service is door-to-door and takes just 45 minutes.
As an alternative, travellers on a smaller budget can choose to travel by bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava. There are multiple private bus companies which operate the route. Regular bus tickets only cost €4.90 and the journey takes around 1 hour. Finally, you can take the train, however, the route requires at least one change at Vienna Central Station. Plus, the journey is longer than that of the bus and prices start at €15.80.
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How to get from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by taxi
The fastest and most convenient transportation method to get from Vienna to Bratislava is by taxi, as the service is door-to-door. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes, in normal traffic conditions.
How much is a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
Since there is no fixed rate for a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, your ride will be charged using a taximeter, depending on the distance travelled. Prices may vary depending on traffic, tolls and surcharges. The average cost of a taxi from VIE Airport to Bratiskava is between €90 and €110.
*Keep in mind that some private transfer companies may offer a flat fare for the trip if you book your taxi in advance.
Where do I get it from?
After collecting your luggage at the airport, you will need to exit the main doors and you will find the official taxi rank in front of you.
Convenience
When it comes to travelling from Vienna to Bratislava, taxis provide the best services. Not only do you get to skip crowds and long waiting times, but you can avoid worrying about the journey full stop. Despite the fact that the trip is more expensive than public transport, taxi transfers are quick, safe, and comfortable, providing a hassle-free service.
Useful Tips
It is recommended to have the exact address of your accommodation on hand, in case your taxi driver does not speak English.
Please note, that additional charges may apply to your taxi journey, you can always ask your driver if they apply to you.
How to get from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by bus
Travelling by bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is by far the cheapest transport option. There are three private bus companies, FlixBus, Slovak Lines, and RejioJet, that provide transfer services from Vienna to Bratislava’s central train station, “AS Mlynské Nivy”. The buses all take approximately 1 hour.
*Some of these services also stop at “Most SNP” and “Einsteinova” in Bratislava.
How much is the bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
The price of your bus depends on which provider you book with. Slovak Lines tickets start at €9.90, the Flixbus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is as cheap as €6.90 and the Rejiojet service is as low as €4.90.
You can purchase your bus tickets straight from the bus driver, at the airport or online in advance.
Cost
€4.90
Trip Duration
60 Min
Waiting time is around 1 hour for the bus.
Convenience
Safey
Value for Money
Buses operate between 06:00 and 01:00.
Where do I get it from?
You can find the Vienna Airport bus stop at platforms 2 to 6. In order to find these bus stops, you will need to turn right after leaving the arrivals hall and follow the bus signs.
Convenience
Taking the bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is a cheap option. However, buses only run once every hour until 01:00. Therefore, you may have to take a taxi if you arrive at the airport late at night.
Timetables
Slovak Lines Info and Timetable
RejioJet Journey Planner
RejioJet schedule from Vienna Airport to Mlynské Nivy coach station
FlixBus Journey Planner
FlixBus schedule from Vienna Airport to Mlynské Nivy coach station
Useful Tips
Buses tend to get overcrowded during peak hours, however, you will always be guaranteed a seat.
The travel time from Vienna to Bratislava takes approximately 1 hour.
You may not use your bus tickets for other public means of transport.
Keep in mind that each passenger is usually only allowed one suitcase and one piece of hand luggage in the bus. Additional charges will be applied if you are travelling with more.
How to get from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by train
You can also catch a train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, however, there are no direct services available. To get to Bratislava, you’ll need to make at least one change.
First, you’ll have to take the ÖBB railjet train to Wien Hauptbahnhof (Vienna Central Station), departing every 30 minutes from the airport train station. The journey time is just 15 minutes.
Once you’ve reached Vienne Hbf Station, you can hop on a Regional Express (REX) train to Bratislava. Depending on the service you use, REX trains stop at “Bratislava Hlavna” and “Bratislava-Petrzalka” and take approximately 1 hour to reach the Slovakian capital.
All in all, travelling from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by train takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes, not including waiting times.
How much is the train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
You’ll need to buy two tickets for this route, which means it’s not as cost-effective as taking the bus. The ÖBB railjet train from Vienna Airport to Vienna Central Station costs €4.40 (€2.00 for the ticket from the airport to the Vienna city limits and €2.40 for the ticket within Vienna). Likewise, prices start at €11.40 for the REX train to Bratislava.
Altogether, you’ll pay approximately €15.80 to travel by train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava.
*Train tickets can be purchased online in advance, or from the automated ticket machines or desks in the airport’s arrivals hall. You can also reserve tickets on the OBB app.
Cost
€15.80
Trip Duration
75 Min
The OBB Railjet departs every 30 minutes. REX trains to Bratislava depart every 30 minutes or so.
Convenience
Safety
Value for Money
The ÖBB railjet train operates from 06.33 to 00.02. REX trains run between 05:17 and 23:10.
Where do I get it from?
You can get to the train platforms directly from the arrivals hall. Just follow the train signs after you collect your luggage.
Convenience
Travelling from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by train is not as convenient as other transport options, largely because there are no direct services connecting the two points. If you don’t mind making changeovers and carrying luggage on and off platforms, this is a pretty affordable option. However, if you’re travelling with kids, or just don’t want to mess around with public transport, taking an airport taxi is a more comfortable choice.
Timetables
OBB Journey Planner and Timetables
Useful Tips
Do not forget to validate your ticket, as you can get fined if you don't.
There is limited space for luggage.
Always check the online journey planner for updated information and timetables.
Frequently asked questions
How to get from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
For your transfer from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, you have four choices: taxi, private transfer, train or bus. Booking an airport taxi is the easiest option, as the service is door-to-door and takes just 45 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel by bus. Bus tickets only cost €4.90 and the journey takes around 1 hour. Lastly, you can opt for an indirect train route. This option has the longest trip duration and prices start at €15.80.
How much is a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
Vienna taxis calculate fares using a taximeter, based on the distance travelled. The average cost of a taxi trip from Vienna to Bratislava city is €90. Although the final fare may vary depending on traffic, the time of day, tolls and excess luggage. For a competitive fixed rate with no hidden fees, you can pre-book a taxi with Welcome and unlock fully personalised services, trained, English-speaking drivers and 24/7 customer support.
How far is Vienna Airport from Bratislava city?
Bratislava is located around 55 km away from Vienna Airport, taking around 45 minutes by car.
The fastest and most convenient transportation method to get from Vienna to Bratislava is by taxi, as the service is door-to-door. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes, in normal traffic conditions.
How much is a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
Since there is no fixed rate for a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, your ride will be charged using a taximeter, depending on the distance travelled. Prices may vary depending on traffic, tolls and surcharges. The average cost of a taxi from VIE Airport to Bratiskava is between €90 and €110.
*Keep in mind that some private transfer companies may offer a flat fare for the trip if you book your taxi in advance.
Where do I get it from?
After collecting your luggage at the airport, you will need to exit the main doors and you will find the official taxi rank in front of you.
Convenience
When it comes to travelling from Vienna to Bratislava, taxis provide the best services. Not only do you get to skip crowds and long waiting times, but you can avoid worrying about the journey full stop. Despite the fact that the trip is more expensive than public transport, taxi transfers are quick, safe, and comfortable, providing a hassle-free service.
Useful Tips
Book a trusted, English-speaking driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular taxi
Learn moreTravelling by bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is by far the cheapest transport option. There are three private bus companies, FlixBus, Slovak Lines, and RejioJet, that provide transfer services from Vienna to Bratislava’s central train station, “AS Mlynské Nivy”. The buses all take approximately 1 hour.
*Some of these services also stop at “Most SNP” and “Einsteinova” in Bratislava.
How much is the bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
The price of your bus depends on which provider you book with. Slovak Lines tickets start at €9.90, the Flixbus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is as cheap as €6.90 and the Rejiojet service is as low as €4.90.
You can purchase your bus tickets straight from the bus driver, at the airport or online in advance.
Buses operate between 06:00 and 01:00.
Where do I get it from?
You can find the Vienna Airport bus stop at platforms 2 to 6. In order to find these bus stops, you will need to turn right after leaving the arrivals hall and follow the bus signs.
Convenience
Taking the bus from Vienna Airport to Bratislava is a cheap option. However, buses only run once every hour until 01:00. Therefore, you may have to take a taxi if you arrive at the airport late at night.
Timetables
Slovak Lines Info and Timetable
RejioJet Journey Planner
RejioJet schedule from Vienna Airport to Mlynské Nivy coach station
FlixBus Journey Planner
FlixBus schedule from Vienna Airport to Mlynské Nivy coach station
Useful Tips
You can also catch a train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, however, there are no direct services available. To get to Bratislava, you’ll need to make at least one change.
First, you’ll have to take the ÖBB railjet train to Wien Hauptbahnhof (Vienna Central Station), departing every 30 minutes from the airport train station. The journey time is just 15 minutes.
Once you’ve reached Vienne Hbf Station, you can hop on a Regional Express (REX) train to Bratislava. Depending on the service you use, REX trains stop at “Bratislava Hlavna” and “Bratislava-Petrzalka” and take approximately 1 hour to reach the Slovakian capital.
All in all, travelling from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by train takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes, not including waiting times.
How much is the train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
You’ll need to buy two tickets for this route, which means it’s not as cost-effective as taking the bus. The ÖBB railjet train from Vienna Airport to Vienna Central Station costs €4.40 (€2.00 for the ticket from the airport to the Vienna city limits and €2.40 for the ticket within Vienna). Likewise, prices start at €11.40 for the REX train to Bratislava.
Altogether, you’ll pay approximately €15.80 to travel by train from Vienna Airport to Bratislava.
*Train tickets can be purchased online in advance, or from the automated ticket machines or desks in the airport’s arrivals hall. You can also reserve tickets on the OBB app.
The ÖBB railjet train operates from 06.33 to 00.02. REX trains run between 05:17 and 23:10.
Where do I get it from?
You can get to the train platforms directly from the arrivals hall. Just follow the train signs after you collect your luggage.
Convenience
Travelling from Vienna Airport to Bratislava by train is not as convenient as other transport options, largely because there are no direct services connecting the two points. If you don’t mind making changeovers and carrying luggage on and off platforms, this is a pretty affordable option. However, if you’re travelling with kids, or just don’t want to mess around with public transport, taking an airport taxi is a more comfortable choice.
Timetables
OBB Journey Planner and Timetables
Useful Tips
Frequently asked questions
How to get from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
For your transfer from Vienna Airport to Bratislava, you have four choices: taxi, private transfer, train or bus. Booking an airport taxi is the easiest option, as the service is door-to-door and takes just 45 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel by bus. Bus tickets only cost €4.90 and the journey takes around 1 hour. Lastly, you can opt for an indirect train route. This option has the longest trip duration and prices start at €15.80.
How much is a taxi from Vienna Airport to Bratislava?
Vienna taxis calculate fares using a taximeter, based on the distance travelled. The average cost of a taxi trip from Vienna to Bratislava city is €90. Although the final fare may vary depending on traffic, the time of day, tolls and excess luggage. For a competitive fixed rate with no hidden fees, you can pre-book a taxi with Welcome and unlock fully personalised services, trained, English-speaking drivers and 24/7 customer support.
How far is Vienna Airport from Bratislava city?
Bratislava is located around 55 km away from Vienna Airport, taking around 45 minutes by car.
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