Bus Lviv – Bratislava
from 2,100 ₴when bought online
16–20 hUpcoming buses Lviv – Bratislava
Live prices and seatsRoute at a glance
The Lviv – Bratislava bus takes 16–20 h, usually about 18 h (720 km, via Prešov, Kosice and Miskolc). Up to 10 trips a day by 7 carriers, tickets from 2,100 ₴.
- on the road
- 16–20 h
- when bought online
- from 2,100 ₴
- trips a day
- up to 10
- carriers
- 7
A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email. The first bus leaves at 14:45, the last at 23:40. 12 of 12 trips run overnight.
Return trip: Bratislava – Lviv · from 2,200 ₴Lviv – Bratislava bus schedule
- 14:45Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 10909:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31
19h 45min · daily · D.M.D. Group
transfers: 1
- 14:45Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi"09:35+1Avtovokzal "Mlynski Nyvy"
19h 50min · Tue, Thu, Sat · ZUBUSTIK
- 15:00AS Lviv-Pasazhyrskyi (Zal. vokzal "Tsentralnyi", Chernivetska, 21 (Platna parkovka)06:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31 abo 5
16h 30min · Fri · Real Travel Express
- 15:30Holovnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal, ploshcha Dvirtseva, 1 (platnyi parkinh bilia vokzalu)09:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31
19h · daily · D.M.D. Group
transfers: 1
- 15:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking)10:35+1Mlynske Nіvy, 31
20h 5min · Tue, Thu, Sat · Pavluks Trans
transfers: 1
- 15:30Avtostantsiia №809:35+1Avtovokzal "Mlynski Nyvy"
19h 5min · Tue, Thu, Sat · ZUBUSTIK
- 16:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №311:00+1Avtovokzal "Mlynske Nivy", platforma №13
20h · Wed, Fri · EuroClub
transfers: 1
- 17:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №308:30+1Avtovokzal "Mlynske Nivy", platforma №13
16h 30min · Thu, Sat, Sun · EuroClub
transfers: 1
- 21:00Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 10913:00+1Autobusová Stanica Bratislava, Mlynské nivy 5
17h · Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat · ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС"
- 21:30vul. Chernivetska, 21 (parkovka bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu)13:00+1Autobusová Stanica Bratislava, Mlynské nivy 5
16h 30min · Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat · ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС"
- 22:30Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 2117:30+1AV, Mlynské nivy 5
20h · Mon, Thu, Sun · ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС»
transfers: 1
- 23:40KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky17:30+1AV, Mlynské nivy 5
18h 50min · Mon, Thu, Sun · ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС»
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:45Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 09:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31 | 19h 45mintransfers: 1 | daily | D.M.D. Group |
| 14:45Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 09:35+1Avtovokzal "Mlynski Nyvy" | 19h 50min | Tue, Thu, Sat | ZUBUSTIK |
| 15:00AS Lviv-Pasazhyrskyi (Zal. vokzal "Tsentralnyi", Chernivetska, 21 (Platna parkovka) | 06:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31 abo 5 | 16h 30min | Fri | Real Travel Express |
| 15:30Holovnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal, ploshcha Dvirtseva, 1 (platnyi parkinh bilia vokzalu) | 09:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, Mlynski Nyvy, 31 | 19htransfers: 1 | daily | D.M.D. Group |
| 15:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 10:35+1Mlynske Nіvy, 31 | 20h 5mintransfers: 1 | Tue, Thu, Sat | Pavluks Trans |
| 15:30Avtostantsiia №8 | 09:35+1Avtovokzal "Mlynski Nyvy" | 19h 5min | Tue, Thu, Sat | ZUBUSTIK |
| 16:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №3 | 11:00+1Avtovokzal "Mlynske Nivy", platforma №13 | 20htransfers: 1 | Wed, Fri | EuroClub |
| 17:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №3 | 08:30+1Avtovokzal "Mlynske Nivy", platforma №13 | 16h 30mintransfers: 1 | Thu, Sat, Sun | EuroClub |
| 21:00Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 13:00+1Autobusová Stanica Bratislava, Mlynské nivy 5 | 17h | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС" |
| 21:30vul. Chernivetska, 21 (parkovka bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu) | 13:00+1Autobusová Stanica Bratislava, Mlynské nivy 5 | 16h 30min | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС" |
| 22:30Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 17:30+1AV, Mlynské nivy 5 | 20htransfers: 1 | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 23:40KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 17:30+1AV, Mlynské nivy 5 | 18h 50min | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-14. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Lviv – Bratislava route
The Lviv – Bratislava bus links western Ukraine with the Slovak capital — a practical route for people heading to the EU for work, study or to visit family, and for travellers continuing on to Vienna or Prague. Coaches run in transit through Ukraine's western regions close to the border, so reaching the bus is especially easy for passengers from Zakarpattia. Check the current timetable, the departure time from Lviv and seat availability on the route page. Your reserved seat is held for you, and you settle the fare on board.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Lviv to Bratislava bus take?
The bus from Lviv to Bratislava usually takes around 12–15 hours, depending on the specific service, the border-crossing route and queues at checkpoints. The exact travel time and intermediate stops are shown in the timetable for the service you select on the route page.
What documents do I need to travel to Slovakia?
To cross the border you need a valid biometric international passport. Slovakia is in the Schengen area, so Ukrainian citizens may stay visa-free for up to 90 days. It is wise to carry proof of your trip's purpose, travel insurance and a return ticket in case of questions at the border.
Where does the bus depart and where can I see the timetable?
Services depart from Lviv and run in transit through Ukraine's western regions close to the border, making boarding convenient for passengers from Zakarpattia too. The current timetable, departure times and intermediate stops are available on the route page when you choose a specific service.
Are there return buses from Bratislava to Lviv?
Yes, the return direction Bratislava – Lviv is also served. Check the timetable, the departure time from Bratislava and seat availability on the separate return-route page, as the homebound schedule may differ from the services departing from Lviv.
How much is a Lviv – Bratislava ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 2,100 ₴ when bought online; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Bratislava route?
The typical schedule has up to 10 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 14:45, the last at 23:40. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Lviv – Bratislava route?
Carriers on this route: D.M.D. Group, ZUBUSTIK, Real Travel Express, Pavluks Trans, EuroClub, ТОВ "ОНЧУЛ БАС ТРАНС", ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС». The line-up depends on the travel date.
Are there overnight buses from Lviv to Bratislava?
Yes, 12 of 12 trips in the timetable run overnight.
How much luggage can I take on the Lviv – Bratislava bus?
The carrier sets the luggage allowance: usually one suitcase in the hold and hand luggage in the cabin. The exact terms are in the trip details, and extra luggage, where the carrier sells it, can be added at checkout.