RAAD 2026

From Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bratislava

The fastest and most convenient way to travel from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Bratislava is by bus. Buses depart from the stop outside Terminal 3 (the departure hall) and typically cost between €8 and €15. The journey takes approximately one hour.

Buses are frequent and reliable. You can check the schedule and purchase tickets using this useful travel planner (make sure to select “All timetables”, not just “Trains”).

Web:  www.cp.sk

Use these as your destination points:

From: Wien Airport, Austria
To: Bratislava,,AS (also known as Bratislava Central Bus Station, or Nivy Centrum)

Main bus operators:

Flixbus
Slovak Lines
RegioJet

From Bratislava Airport to City Center

Bratislava has an international airport with good public transport links to the city centre. To get there, take bus number 61 to the main railway station and get off at the “Hlavná stanica” stop.

Don’t forget to buy a ticket before boarding the bus. From a ticket machine (and validate it in the yellow ticket validator inside the bus), or you can use your bank card (also on your smartphone and watch) to purchase an electronic regular or discounted 30-minute, 60-minute or 24-hour ticket via a ticket validator directly inside a bus.

For this route, a 30-minute ticket (2 zones) is sufficient. The price is 1.20€, plus a reduced fee or luggage fee if you have bigger luggage 0.60€ (30-minute discounted ticket).

For more information, please visit: Getting to/from Bratislava Airport.

Travelling to Bratislava by bus and/or train

Travelling to Bratislava by bus is often a cost-effective and convenient option, with numerous international bus lines connecting the city to other major European hubs. Buses arrive at the central bus station, Mlynské Nivy, which is located close to the city centre and well-connected by local public transport.

Train travel to Bratislava is a fast and comfortable alternative, especially for journeys from nearby cities like Vienna or Prague. The city has two main train stations, with the central station (Hlavná stanica) offering easy access to the Old Town on foot or by public transit.

It is possible to find connections for both types of travel to Bratislava using the Slovak Journey Planner (www.cp.sk) or the websites of international companies such as FlixBus and/or Deutsche Bahn.

Getting Around Bratislava

Public transport is the most convenient way to get around Bratislava. You can find routes, timetables, and buy tickets via the official website: IDS BK – Bratislava Transport System or imhd.sk.

You can also download their mobile app for route planning and ticket purchases: IDS BK App.

Please note:

– Always make sure to have a valid ticket before entering any public transport vehicle. Ticket inspections are common, and fines are high.
– For RAAD participants, zones 100 + 101 cover everything you need (city centre and venue).
– Most trips, including to the venue, take under 15 minutes.
– Tickets are cheaper via the app; you can buy paper tickets, or you can use your bank card to purchase an electronic ticket via a ticket validator directly inside a bus. too.

Taxis and Ride-Hailing. You can use: Uber, Bolt or Hopin. Download the respective apps to order rides.

E-scooters and e-bikes are available in Bratislava. If you choose to rent one:

– Bring your own helmet
– Make sure you have travel/life insurance that covers such use

The public transport stations near the conference venue are called ‚Kollárovo námestie‘, ‚Námestie slobody‘, ‚Úrad vlády SR‘, ‚STU‘ and ‚Prezidentská záhrada‘. Please refer to Google Maps for details of the stations and to plan your journey to the conference site via public transport from the main bus and train stations.