The cheapest and fastest coaches from Erfurt to Bratislava
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Erfurt to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Bratislava will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Erfurt for Bratislava every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 539 km distance in an average of 12 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Erfurt to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 539 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration Fastest 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Erfurt to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Bratislava coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 13h05 | 17:00 Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 15h00 | 18:55 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 13h00 | 16:55 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 12h20 | 16:15 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 16h00 | 21:55 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 14h40 | 20:35 Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:55 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 14h36 | 20:31 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 12h51 | 21:41 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 12h55 | 21:45 Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 13h05 | 21:55 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 17h20 | 05:40 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:21 Erfurt Hbf | 20h39 | 09:00 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 11h30 | 00:45 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:40 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 18h55 | 14:35 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
![]() | 01:40 Erfurt | 11h55 | 13:35 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:55 Erfurt | 13h05 | 16:00 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Erfurt to Bratislava
Buses from Erfurt to Bratislava run on average 21 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 539 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 539 km |
Average bus duration 11h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Citylines from Erfurt to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Erfurt to Bratislava with FlixBus, Citylines for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Erfurt to Bratislava coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt to Bratislava by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Erfurt and Bratislava
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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