Bratislava Airport is about 9 km from the old town. Transport is cheap by European standards.
By transport type
City bus 61: EUR 1.50 per person. Runs every 15-30 minutes to the main railway station (Hlavná stanica). From there, the old town is a 15-minute walk or one tram stop. Journey time 25-30 minutes. Stops running around 11 PM.
Bolt (ride-hailing): EUR 8-15 to the city center. Reliable during the day, less available late at night. Cashless payment through the app.
Taxi: EUR 15-25 to the city center. Available at the rank outside arrivals. Some drivers may quote higher — a fair price to the old town is EUR 15-20.
Pre-booked transfer: EUR 20-35 for a sedan. Fixed price, driver waiting at arrivals. Worth it for peace of mind, especially at night.
By destination
| Destination | Taxi (EUR) | Transfer (EUR) | |-------------|-----------|----------------| | Old Town / City Center | 15-20 | 20-30 | | Main Railway Station | 12-18 | 18-28 | | Bus Station (Mlynské Nivy) | 10-15 | 18-25 | | Petržalka | 18-25 | 25-35 | | Vienna Airport (VIE) | 50-70 | 50-80 | | Vienna City Center | 60-80 | 60-90 |
Tips
- Slovakia uses the Euro — no currency exchange needed if coming from the eurozone
- Bus 61 tickets can be bought from the machine at the stop (coins and cards accepted)
- For Vienna, a pre-booked transfer is significantly faster than public transport (60-75 min vs 2-3 hours)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Bratislava Airport to the old town?
A taxi from Bratislava Airport to the old town costs EUR 15-20. Bolt ride-hailing is cheaper at EUR 8-15. Bus 61 costs just EUR 1.50 but takes 25-30 minutes and requires a short walk from the station.
How much is a transfer from Bratislava Airport to Vienna?
A private transfer from Bratislava Airport to Vienna city center costs EUR 60-90. To Vienna Airport, EUR 50-80. The drive takes 60-75 minutes. This is much faster than the bus/train combination.
What is the cheapest way from Bratislava Airport to the city?
City bus 61 at EUR 1.50 is the cheapest option. It runs every 15-30 minutes to the main railway station, where the old town is a short walk away. Stops running around 11 PM.