| Popular Airport | Frederick Douglass - Greater Rochester Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 8 hour 30 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 4284 Miles |
Bratislava is a historic city along the Danube River which continues to preserve the architecture of the Middle Ages. Bratislava, Slovakia's capital city, is the most developed city in the country with regards to economy and culture.
If you want to visit this city, you can travel to Bratislava Milan Rastislav Stefanik Airport (Bratislava Airport). If you wish you can also reach the city from Vienna International Airport. There is a distance of about 40 kilometers from Vienna Airport to Bratislava. In the historic area of the city there are two big squares named Hlavne Namestie (main square) and Hviezdoslav Namestie (Hviezdoslav Square). The central railway station, called Hlavná Stanica, is located a fifteen to twenty minute walk north of the city center.
In Bratislava, the trains are only used for intercity or international journeys. The central bus station of the city is called Autobusová Stanica. There are six large stations in the city, named Trnavské mýto, Račianske mýto, Patrónka, Bratislava hlavná stanica, Zochova and Mlynské Nivy, all of which are meant to be transfer points of public transport. Many people prefer to travel on foot in some parts of the city.
Especially, the central part of the city is very small. You can fold the entire square within a few minutes. Those who consider going out of the city center can alternatively take trams, buses or trolleybuses. There is a large public transport network in the city; however, buses can sometimes move very slowly, especially since the majority of vehicles are outdated.
Public transport prices are more affordable than in Europe. If you buy a standard ticket, it will be valid for fifteen minutes after your first use. Preferably, it is possible to buy tickets that are valid for one hour during weekdays and one and a half hour during weekends and holidays. The fees for these tickets are not much different from standard tickets.
If you plan to stay in the city for a long time, it will also be economical to buy from special tickets that are valid for one, two, three or seven days. We remind you that after you get on the vehicle, you have to validate your ticket at the machines. The drivers do not sell tickets. So you have to buy your tickets before you get on the ride. You can purchase your tickets from purchasing machines on many stations or by SMS.
Within the city, buses and trams depart from three main points: Hodžovo námestie, connection point for buses in the northwest and east direction, Poštová, the main station for trams and Most SNP the connection point for buses moving in the south and west direction.
Many of the public transport services are available between 04:30 in the morning and 23:30 in the evening. There is no special shuttle service to the airport. If you are thinking of traveling to the terminal by public transport, the only option is the bus. If you prefer to have a more comfortable ride, you can take a taxi or rent a car.
Traveling by bus to the airport is a very practical and affordable option. Bus number 61, which runs from the central railway station, gives you access to the terminal. If you are planning to go to the airport after midnight, you can take advantage of the night bus N61, which travels along the same route.
Depending on the area you are in, you can also take these buses from Trnavské mýto, the main transfer point or Racianské Mýto, station where you can transfer to the trams. There is no direct service from the central bus station to the airport. If you want to reach the airport from this point, you can go to the trolleybus number 205, from here you can transfer to the bus number 96 to Slovinská, to reach bus number 61.
Buses are also frequently used in urban transportation. There are seventy buses in the city operating during the day, and seventeen buses operating after midnight.
It is not possible to reach the airport directly by tram. However, you can use the tram to make a transfer to bus number 61. Within the city, there are eight tram lines. With these lines you can travel between border regions and central stations such as Ružinov - Astronomická, Zlaté piesky, Zlaté piesky, Dúbravka - Pri kríži, ŽST Nové Mesto and Karlova Ves.
It is possible to use trolleybuses to go to the central train station where you can transfer to go to the airport. As is the case of trams and buses, the trolleybuses also have a large network within the city. There are fourteen lines of trolleybuses operating during the day and three lines operating at night.
Renting a car is a good option for a comfortable trip. There are many car rental offices located in the city. You can rent your car from these offices, or you can book online before your flight.
Taking a taxi is also a comfortable alternative to get to the airport. If you call the taxi by phone, you can travel far more affordably than a taxi you will get from the street. If you come across an unofficial, black taxi in town, we recommend you not to take it. These charge fare over normal prices especially from tourists.
Bratislava Airport is located 9 kilometers north-east of the city center. This airport is also regarded as the main air terminal of Slovakia. There are various options for you to have a good time at the airport. In Eat & Fly and Bistro Airport restaurants you will find quality and delicious food.
You can also visit the Coffee Shop Company or Vollare Bar in the Shengen section of the departure terminal. You can take advantage of the Business Lounge and private meeting rooms at the airport.
You can buy many high-quality products at affordable prices from the Duty Free Shop on the departure terminal. In the terminal you will also find a number of newspaper dealers.
When you go out of Monroe Country Airport terminal, which is located 4 miles southwest of the city center, you can find a taxi at any time of day or night, and you can easily travel to the city center from the airport. Alternative means of transportation offered to passengers at the airport include hotel shuttles, rental cars, shuttles of private service companies and limousines. If you need to travel to a different part after landing in the city, you can arrive at the bus station or train station by taxi from the airport and you can continue your travel with a more economical option. If you are planning to travel to different locations in and around Rochester, renting a car is one of the best options offering affordable and comfortable travel experience. Limousines are generally more luxurious and expensive than other alternatives. However, the use of limousines is extremely common in the country. You can travel from the airport to your hotel or a different destination by private shuttles. The most important advantage of the private shuttles is that they provide a more economical and comfortable solution for families, friends groups and more crowded organizations thanks to their large passenger capacities. Moreover, the fares of these shuttles are usually affordable if you will not travel to a place that is too far away from the city.
The Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport, which is within walking distance from the airport terminal, is a hotel alternative that you can reach just in minutes. However, if you prefer staying at a hotel which is closer to the city center, you can benefit from the shuttles of many hotels such as Best Western, Country Inn, Radisson Hotel, Marriott Fairfield Inn and Hyatt Regency. Hotel shuttles generally carry passengers for free or for affordable prices. If you want to benefit from these shuttles, you need to make a reservation before landing at the airport and be ready at the terminal at the appointed time. If you don’t make a reservation in advance, you can get on a taxi waiting in front of the terminal.
At the airport, it is possible to find a taxi at any hour of the day and night. The opening fare of the airport taxis are generally 10 dollars and the amount written on the taximeter is added to this fare for each mile. If you need to travel as a crowded group, don’t forget that you should pay an additional amount for each person. The amount you need to pay for travelling to the city center is not very high. It is also worth noting that before getting off the taxi, you should leave a tip for the 10% of the taxi fare just like in other cities of the United States.
For the passengers who want to rent a car at the airport, the options are almost endless. AVIS, National, Hertz, Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are waiting for those who want to continue their travel by renting a car at the airport. If you choose AVIS to rent a car, you can get in contact with the company by calling 1-800-331-1212 and make a reservation in advance in order to receive your car when you land at the airport. You can call 1-800-654-3131 for Hertz and call 1-800-736-8222 for Enterprise in order to get information and reserve your car. Once you have completed the car rental procedure, go out of the airport terminal and follow the directions continuing to the city center. In this way, you can reach the city center only in a few minutes. If you need to travel to a different destination from the airport, it is a good idea to take a navigation device with you in order not to get lost and to find your way easier.
Another alternative for passengers who want to travel from the airport to the city center is using one of the airport shuttles provided by Rochester Shuttle Express and Around Town Shuttle Service companies. The shuttles pick passengers up from the airport terminal and carry them to many parts of the city without any need to transfer to any other vehicle. The fares of the shuttles may vary depending on the total number of passengers, but they are not too high. If you prefer benefitting from the airport shuttle service, you can get detailed information from the airport information desk about the points of departure and the average fares, or you can directly contact the drivers of the shuttles that you can find in front of the airport.
To transfer from the airport to the train or bus, you need to come to Midtown Plaza first, which is located in Rochester city center. You can travel from the airport to the center by renting a car or getting on a taxi and then you can continue by train and bus. You can get to the bus terminal using the Regional Transit Service (RTS) transit buses. If you need to continue your travel by train, it will be the fastest and most practical option to arrive at the train station by getting on a taxi from the airport. Since the distance between the airport and the train station or the bus terminal is not too long, taxis are among the most preferred transportation options for this travel.
In the United States, renting a limousine is one of the commonly used transportation option. If you want to benefit from these exclusive and luxurious vehicles for travelling from the airport to the city center, you can contact Diamond Limousine by calling 585 533-9050. You can call 585 206-2036 for Fairport Limo, 585 272-9760 for Prestigo Limos and 585 223-7780 for Pizzo's Park Place Limos. By choosing one of these companies, you can make your vehicle ready for you in front of the terminal and have a comfortable travel to the city center.
