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Bratislava – Vienna: how to get from the airport?
You can choose one of several ways to get from Bratislava to Vienna: by train, group transfer, speedboat, or taxi. You can also rent a car without a driver. Train will cover this distance in 1 hour 5 minutes; the ticket will cost EUR 14. A bus from Bratislava will get to the capital of Austria in about 1-1.5 hours. By the way, there are only shared shuttles (not public buses) serving this route; the ticket cost will be different depending on the carrier, but anyway this difference won't be noticeable – from EUR 4 to EUR 7.5. As for a speedboat to Vienna (along the Danube), the ticket price for an adult will be EUR 20, the travel time is 1.5 hours. The cost of the journey by taxi is from EUR 80, and you can get to the destination in about 1 hour. The distance between Bratislava and Vienna is only 79 km.
In case you decide to travel from Bratislava to Vienna by speedboat, note that the ticket cost depends not only on the departure time, but also on the day of the week. Speedboats leave during the whole of the day, but there are no journeys at night. The same can be said about shuttle buses and trains: both operate from early morning until almost midnight. Thus, if you want to go to Vienna at night, there is only one option to get there – and it is by taxi. And there is also another thing about buses: the end point for almost all shuttles serving this route is Vienna Airport. Before it, they also make a stop at a bus station. If you’re going to travel by shuttle, it is better to book a seat on the carrier’s website in advance because the good ones are quickly sold out, and it would be more expensive to buy a ticket directly from the driver.
Order a transfer from Bratislava
Vienna – timeless city
It is no secret that Vienna is an incredibly magnificent city the history of which began more than 3000 years ago. In some incredible way, the capital of Austria manages to combine both modern luxurious boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, and old gorgeous castles, cathedrals, and streets. You should definitely visit Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere, and the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Don’t forget to take a ride in a carriage across the city and enjoy its views from the Giant Ferris Wheel.
Bratislava to Vienna train
€15
1 h
~1,5 h
Couple
Bratislava to Vienna train departs from the main railway station of Bratislava and arrives at central railway station of Vienna. The direct train travel time is 1 hour 5 minutes, the ticket price for an adult is EUR 14. There are no night journeys. It is better to book tickets in advance either online or at railway ticket offices or in self-service ticket machines. So tickets can be bought on three sources: Austrian, Slovakian, or German Railways websites. The trains are quite comfortable inside: you can enjoy the beautiful sceneries out the large windows or take a nap in your comfortable seat.
Bratislava to Vienna train:
Direct train
Timetable:
From 05:38am to 10:38pm
Route:
Main railway station of Bratislava – Central railway station of Vienna
Travel time:
1 h 35 min (30 – to train station, 1.05 – train)
Waiting time:
1 h
Comfort level:
High: clean roomy cabin, large windows, coffee tables, high seats with armrests
Cost:
15 euro (0.9 – to train station, 14 – train)
Clients:
tourists who prefer to save money, couples without children, those who know the route, tourists without large luggage, young tourists
How to find train platform:
Trains depart from the main railway station of Bratislava which is in the city centre. You can get to it by tram №1, buses №93, 61, 74, or trolleybuses №210 and 201.
Bus from Bratislava to Vienna. Shuttles
€7,5
2 h
1 h 15 min
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There are plenty of buses running between Bratislava and Vienna. The most popular carrier is Blaguss Slovakia, but there are also a lot of others – for example, Slovak Lines. Shuttles depart from Bratislava Airport, and they make several stops on the route. The travel time is 1 hour 15 minutes, the price of the one-way ticket is EUR 7.5 and of the round-trip one – EUR 13. Buses operate from early morning until late evening, and there are no journeys at night. The trip is of high comfort level: cabins are equipped with sockets; there are soft seats and drinks in them.
Group transfer:
Blaguss Slovakia, Slovak Lines, and other buses
Timetable:
From 04:00am to 10:45pm
Route:
Bratislava Airport – Nový most – Petržalka – Vienna Airport – Vienna bus station
Travel time:
1 h 15 min
Waiting time:
1-2 h
Comfort level:
High: soft seats, Wi-Fi, sockets, WC, roomy cabin
Cost:
7.5 euro
Clients:
couples without children, young tourists, those who want to save money, travellers without large luggage
How to find the group transfer stop at Bratislava Airport:
You can get to Bratislava Airport by bus №61 or 96.
Speedboat. From Bratislava to Vienna along the Danube
€21
~4 h
2 h
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Travelling from Bratislava to Vienna by speedboat along the Danube is more expensive than travelling by other kinds of transport, however this trip you’ll definitely remember forever. The docks are right in Bratislava city centre, not far from the Old Town. Speedboats operate from March till October, and the tickets can be bought online on the carrier’s website. The minimum ticket cost for an adult is EUR 20, the travel time is 1.5 hours. The trips are made from morning until evening, and there are no journeys at night. The speedboats are of very high comfort level: here you can find drinks, comfortable seats (chaise longues), and a TV zone.
Bratislava to Vienna speedboat:
Twin City Liner speedboat
Timetable:
From 10:30am to 09:30pm
Route:
Bratislava Dock – Vienna Dock
Travel time:
2 h (30 – bus, 1.5 – speedboat)
Waiting time:
1,5-4 h
Comfort level:
High: plenty of room on a boat, drinks, comfortable seats/chaise longues
Cost:
From 20.9 euro (0.9 – bus, 20 – speedboat)
Clients:
romantics, businessmen, couples without children, tourists without large luggage
How to find speedboat dock:
Speedboats leave Bratislava Dock which is between Starý and Nový most.
Taxi from Bratislava to Vienna. Transfer
€80
5 min
1 h
Family
Bratislava to Vienna taxi or a private pre-booked transfer will be a good option for those travellers who are planning to go from Bratislava to Vienna at night when there is no public transport operating. The trip will cost a minimum of EUR 80, this distance will be covered by car in about 1 hour. The trip cost depends on the class of the car and the level of comfort.
Timetable:
24/7
Route:
to the hotel in Vienna or to given address
Travel time:
1 h 5 min
Waiting time:
You’ll have to spend about 5 minutes looking for a taxi at Bratislava Airport.
you don't have to wait for a pre-booked transfer, the driver will be waiting for you on time with a nameplate at the exit from the arrivals area
Comfort level:
Taxi on the spot: air-conditioning, no stops, no other passengers
Pre-booked transfer: child seats, cold water, operator supervising the trip, if you like – the opportunity to pay online, Comfort class transfer and capacious minibuses
Cost:
from €80
Clients:
families with children, inexperienced tourists, those who are in Slovakia/Austria for the first time, aged travellers, those who have large luggage or arrive at night
How to find a taxistand to Vienna at Bratislava Airport:
Taxis can be found at a stand which is opposite the exits from the airport terminal buildings. You don’t need to look for a pre-booked transfer – the driver will be waiting for you at the exit from the arrivals area with a name sign.
Car rental in Bratislava
from €18
from 1 day
from 1 year
To rent a car without a driver to get from Bratislava to Vienna, provide an IDL and a passport. Most of the highways in Slovakia are paid-for. To use such roads you have to buy a vignette (a sticker that confirms payment). Basic insurance is included in the price of car rental per day. A deposit of €100 is charged for using a car. You can rent a car at Bratislava Airport. Traffic rules are strict in Slovakia and policemen have right to fine you in place. You’ll pay €60 for using a cell phone, and for drunk driving you’ll lose your license and pay at least €250.
How to get from Bratislava to Vienna?
There are really a lot of ways to get from Bratislava to Vienna. It all depends on your personal preferences, as well as on how convenient your trip should be and how much money you are ready to pay for it. Choose the most comfortable option and travel with pleasure!
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