What is the cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg?

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg is to bus and fly which takes 2h 55m and costs €110 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Bratislava and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Bratislava to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at Salzburg Mozartsteg/Imbergstraße via Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Salzburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bratislava-Petrzalka and arriving at Salzburg Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Salzburg?

The distance between Bratislava and Salzburg is 383 km. The road distance is 360.8 km.

How do I travel from Bratislava to Salzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Bratislava to Salzburg?

The train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Salzburg Hbf takes 3h 21m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Salzburg bus from?

Bratislava to Salzburg bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Salzburg train from?

Bratislava to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Bratislava-Petrzalka station.

Train or bus from Bratislava to Salzburg?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Salzburg is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Bratislava to Salzburg bus arrive?

Bratislava to Salzburg bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Salzburg P&R South station.

Where does the Bratislava to Salzburg train arrive?

Bratislava to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Salzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Salzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Salzburg is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Bratislava to Salzburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Bratislava to Salzburg?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bratislava to Salzburg?

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Where can I stay near Salzburg?

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Bratislava to Salzburg - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Bratislava to Salzburg by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Salzburg Hbftrain Rjx
3h 21m
€18–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Salzburg P&R Southbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 9m
€35–62
Drive 360.8 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Salzburgcar 360.8 km
3h 42m
€59–85
Bus, fly to Salzburg Airport
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane VIE - SZG
2h 55m
€117–345
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Wien Hbftrain 7776 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain Rjx / ...
3h 37m
€39–274
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus 901 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
4h 16m
€65–114
Bus, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane VIE - INN
3. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hbftrain
5h 29m
€118–327

Bratislava to Salzburg by train

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Distance: 382.9 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Bratislava, Slovakia and Salzburg, Austria?

Railjet operates a train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Salzburg Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Salzburg P&R South twice daily. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 4h 50m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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