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The boat leaves from the Danube canal at Schwedenplatz, in the centre of Vienna, and docks on Bratislava's riverfront below the Old Town. It is slower and dearer than the train, but the journey becomes part of the day out.
The 2026 season opened on 20 March and the high season runs to 2 November. Advent sailings follow on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 27 November to 20 December, according to the operator's 2026 season page.
The quick answer
The Twin City Liner takes about 75 minutes between Vienna (Schwedenplatz, Franz-Josefs-Kai) and Bratislava. One-way tickets cost roughly 34 to 39 euros, with dearer lounge seats and some discount fares. In 2026 it sails several times a day until 2 November, then on Advent weekends from 27 November to 20 December. The coach-and-catamaran day tour includes the boat back to Vienna.
How long does the Twin City Liner take?
About 75 minutes between Vienna and Bratislava.
The train is about 20 minutes faster, but the boat drops you right by the Old Town in Bratislava and by Schwedenplatz in Vienna.
Want the boat built into your day? The catamaran day tour includes the sailing back to Vienna.
Check dates for the coach and catamaran dayHow much is the Twin City Liner?
Roughly 34 to 39 euros one way in the main cabin, depending on the day; lounge seats cost more.
Fares in the Twin City Liner timetable 2026 exclude a fuel surcharge of 3 euros per ticket. Some days carry discount fares, and the operator offers 20 to 50 percent off for certain groups.
| Twin City Liner | Train | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | About 75 minutes | About 56 minutes |
| One way | About 34 to 39 euros | About 12.70 euros |
| Runs | Seasonal timetable | Hourly, all year |
| Vienna stop | Schwedenplatz | Wien Hauptbahnhof |
| Bratislava stop | Riverfront by the Old Town | Main station, 15 minutes' walk |
When does the Twin City Liner run?
Several times a day in each direction from 20 March to 2 November 2026, then on Advent weekends until 20 December.
On 6 October 2026 the timetable showed departures from Vienna at 8:30 AM, noon, 4 PM and 8 PM, and from Bratislava at 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:45 PM, 2:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Late in the season it gets dark early, so the evening boat back means a river at night.
Where does the Twin City Liner leave from?
In Vienna, Schwedenplatz on the Danube canal (Franz-Josefs-Kai); in Bratislava, the riverfront below the Old Town.
Schwedenplatz is on the U1 and U4 metro lines. The coach-and-catamaran day tour ends at Franz-Josefs-Kai 4, by the pier.
Boat out or boat back?
Either works: the classic tour uses the boat for the return, so you come back seated after a day on your feet.
Going out by boat means an early start from Schwedenplatz. Either way, combine it with the train or a coach for the other leg.
Want the river without the planning? The classic day pairs a guided Old Town walk with the catamaran home.
Explore the coach and catamaran day Tour detailsCan you change to an earlier boat on the tour?
Guests on the coach-and-catamaran day report switching to an earlier sailing for a fee of about 10 euros each.
Some reviewers found the free time long and took the 2:30 PM boat instead of the later one. Ask at the pier; availability is not guaranteed.
Is the Twin City Liner worth it?
Yes if you want the Danube as part of the day; no if you only want the cheapest or fastest way.
Guests who loved it describe the cruise back to Vienna as a highlight. Seats are numbered, and one group of four found they were seated apart, so ask about seats when the ticket is issued. Another guest said the return sailing was cancelled and a bus was provided instead.
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Check dates for the coach and catamaran dayFrequently asked questions
Does the Twin City Liner run in winter?
Only partly. After the high season ends on 2 November 2026, it sails on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 27 November to 20 December. The catamaran day tour meets at a different point from November to March, so ask the operator how your date returns.
Do I need to book the Twin City Liner in advance?
Check availability in summer and on weekends, because seats are numbered. On the catamaran day tour the return ticket is pre-booked.
Is the Twin City Liner the same boat as on the tour?
The catamaran day tour lists the Twin City Liner as its return leg, and your seat is part of the tour ticket.
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