Buses and other alternatives

Travel direct to some smaller towns in Slovakia is possible only by bus, but it is possible to go by train most of the way. The train is probably more comfortable and possibly less expensive for such long trips.

The following combined website is very useful for combining bus and train travel. The search function will give optimal combinations of multiple buses, trains, and bus-train combinations. It is also the only source of information for bus travel inside Slovakia. It cannot guarantee the information, because it is not officially linked to the other carriers, but we have had good experience with it so far: www.cp.sk

Minibus service in Slovakia is gaining momentum at several levels. One alternative is small operators, who operate only one service, and tend to be more flexible with price and other conditions. Larger services, of course, offer a wider choice of vehicles, and are more likely to be available at short notice.