How to travel from Poprad to Piešťany, Slovakia
The distance between Poprad and Piešťany is around 256km (159 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Poprad to Piešťany by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Piešťany → Poprad if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Piestany.
- Duration3h 35m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€17($17)
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Trenčín bus station then take the train to Piestany.
- Duration4hrs
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost€18($18)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Poprad and Piešťany
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Poprad to Piešťany by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €17 ($17) and will take around 3h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €45 ($45).
The distance between Poprad and Piešťany is around 256km (159 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 188km (117 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Poprad and Piešťany by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Poprad to Piešťany is to drive which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €45 ($45).
The cheapest way to travel between Poprad and Piešťany, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €17 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Poprad and Piešťany. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 4 hours.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Poprad and Piešťany with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 3h 35m.
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) run train services between Poprad and Piešťany. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Poprad and Piešťany. We recommend that you drive to Piešťany. instead which will take 2h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Poprad to Piešťany. We recommend that you take the train to Piestany. instead which will take 3h 35m.
The closest major airport to Piešťany is M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) (BTS) which is approximately 65km (40 miles) from Piešťany.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Poprad and Piešťany. The distance is around 256km (159 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Poprad to Piešťany is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around €17 ($17).
Compare travel optionsbetween Poprad and Piešťany
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 3h 35m | €17($17) | every 4 hours | 260km (162 miles) |
Bus and Train | 4hrs | €18($18) | 6 times a week | 267km (166 miles) |
Drive | 2h 50m | €45($45) | on demand | 256km (159 miles) |
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Airports near Piešťany
The following major airports near Piešťany offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Slovakia and internationally.
M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
- Distance
- 65km (40 miles) from Piešťany
Košice International Airport (KSC)
- Distance
- 252km (157 miles) from Piešťany