Bratislava Castle
A white, four-square castle dominates the northern bank of the Danube. Built in the Middle Ages, it offers panoramic views of the city and the Danube toward Austria from its ramparts.
Slovakia
Bratislava
Bratislava is the capital and largest city of Slovakia, situated on the Danube River on the border with Austria and Hungary.
- departures from Croatia
- 62
- Travel time
- 6 h 20 min
- routes
- 3
Foto: Arne Müseler · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
What to see in the city
Old Town
A compact medieval core with aristocratic palaces, narrow lanes, and main squares centered around Primate's Palace. Full of craft shops, cafés, and restaurants with genuine local character.
St. Martin's Cathedral
A Gothic cathedral from the 14th century with a high tower in the heart of the Old Town. Historically significant as the site where Hungarian kings were crowned when Budapest was under Ottoman rule.
Danube Riverbanks and Promenade
Renovated embankments with walking paths, parks, and viewpoints. Ideal for peaceful strolls, relaxation, or simply enjoying views of the river and city from close by.
Mirbach Palace
An 18th-century Baroque palace that serves as a museum of Slovak art and decorative arts. An impressive example of aristocratic residence from that era with beautifully preserved interiors.
Next departures
All departures16:30
↓ 00:01+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Days not stated
7 h 31 min
341 km · 2 stops
16:30
↓ 00:26+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Days not stated
via Maribor
7 h 56 min
368 km · 3 stops
16:30
↓ 00:30+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Sat, Sun
8 h
341 km · 2 stops
17:05
↓ 00:20+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Sat, Sun
7 h 15 min
341 km · 2 stops
18:30
↓ 02:10+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Days not stated
7 h 40 min
341 km · 2 stops
18:30
↓ 02:20+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Days not stated
7 h 50 min
341 km · 2 stops
21:20
↓ 06:35+1
RijekaBratislava
FlixBus · Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
via Zagreb · Graz P&R Webling · Vienna Erdberg
9 h 15 min
599 km · 5 stops
21:45
↓ 06:15+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Sat, Sun
8 h 30 min
341 km · 2 stops
21:45
↓ 06:20+1
ZagrebBratislava
FlixBus · Sat, Sun
8 h 35 min
341 km · 2 stops
22:20
↓ 07:35+1
RijekaBratislava
FlixBus · Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
via Zagreb · Graz P&R Webling · Vienna Erdberg
9 h 15 min
599 km · 5 stops
About the city
Bratislava is a significant meeting point of Central European cultures and history. The city is known for its compact Old Town with medieval streets, burgher houses, and city walls. The Danube flowing through the city makes Bratislava unique — from the hills above the river, you can see the entire center spread out before you. The city was once the seat of several Austro-Hungarian monarchs and carries deep traces of that rich past in its architecture and culture.
Visitors come to Bratislava to stroll through the Old Town, enjoy local cafés and restaurants serving traditional Slovak cuisine, or travel up to Bratislava Castle, which dominates the landscape. Proximity to Vienna makes Bratislava an ideal stop for those combining trips through Austria and Hungary. The city is peaceful and walkable, with lovely views from the Danube and less tourist crowds than neighboring Vienna.
By bus to Bratislava
There are 62 departures from Croatia to Bratislava (Slovakia). They leave from: Zagreb, Rijeka, Pula. Travel time and every stop along the way are listed with each departure.
Below is a short guide to the city as well: what it is known for, what to see and what a traveller arriving by bus should know.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct bus to Bratislava?
Yes — 62 departures from Croatia, from: Zagreb, Rijeka, Pula.
How long does the trip to Bratislava take?
The fastest trip takes 6 h 20 min. The time comes from the timetable and does not include waiting at the border.
What is there to see in Bratislava?
Bratislava Castle, Old Town, St. Martin's Cathedral, Danube Riverbanks and Promenade, Mirbach Palace
Where does the bus stop in Bratislava?
At these stations: Bratislava (Mlynské Nivy), Bratislava, Bratislava (Einsteinova), Bratislava. Open a station for its board of departures and arrivals.
The data is for information only: it is transcribed from the public timetables of operators running international lines. Always check the departure, arrival, platform and border crossing conditions with the operator or at the bus station — timetables can change without notice. For a trip abroad also check whether you need a visa and travel insurance, and bring a valid passport or ID card. busevi.rs does not sell tickets and is not responsible for delays, changes or cancelled departures.