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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Bratislava is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Bratislava is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €12 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Bratislava?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Bratislava?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz/Donau Hbf and arriving at Bratislava-Petrzalka. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Linz to Bratislava?

The distance between Linz and Bratislava is 259 km. The road distance is 244.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Bratislava without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €12 - €60.

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

The train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Bratislava-Petrzalka takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Linz to Bratislava bus from?

Linz to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Bratislava train from?

Linz to Bratislava train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Bratislava?

The best way to get from Linz to Bratislava is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €12 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Linz to Bratislava bus arrive?

Linz to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where does the Linz to Bratislava train arrive?

Linz to Bratislava train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Bratislava-Petrzalka station.

Can I drive from Linz to Bratislava?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Bratislava is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Linz to Bratislava.

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

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

Book your Linz to Bratislava bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bratislava?

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Linz to Bratislava - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Linz to Bratislava by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Bratislava-Petrzalkatrain Rjx
2h 1m
€12–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the bus from Vienna Main train station to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus : Bratislava Central Bus Station - Vienna Central Train Station / ...
3h 1m
€26–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivybus 1291 / ...
3h 55m
€19–35
Drive 244.5 km
1. Drive from Linz to Bratislavacar 244.5 km
2h 47m
€41–58
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava-Petrzalkatrain Re / ...
2h 27m
€37–95

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Railjet operates a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Bratislava-Petrzalka 4 times a day. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy 5 times a week. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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