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Freight Transport from Austria to Slovakia: FTL, Groupage & Pallets
Neva Logistics coordinates full truckload (FTL), groupage (LTL) and pallet transport from Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck to Bratislava, Košice, Žilina, Nitra, Trnava. Vienna and Bratislava are only about 60 km apart, making this one of the shortest international freight lanes in the EU. Same-day collection and delivery is possible for pallets and part loads, which suits just-in-time supply between Austrian suppliers and Slovak automotive plants in Bratislava, Trnava and Nitra.
Quick answer: Freight from Austria to Slovakia with Neva Logistics costs from €125 for one Euro pallet and from €450 for a full truckload (excl. VAT) A full truck takes 1–2 business days from Vienna to Bratislava (≈70 km); groupage and pallets take 2–4 days. No customs formalities apply, as both countries are in the EU. For example, 1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Bratislava starts from €125; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225.
Last updated: September 2026 · Prices are indicative and exclude VAT.
What Cargo We Ship from Austria to Slovakia
These are Austria’s key export sectors and the loads we most often carry on this lane. In Slovakia we deliver to Bratislava, the car plants in Bratislava, Trnava, Žilina and Nitra, and the steel and industrial region of Košice.
Why Ship Austria → Slovakia with Us
One team for the whole lane: full trucks, groupage and pallets from Austria to Slovakia, with route planning and road charges built into one clear quote.
Direct FTL in 1–2 days
Vienna → Bratislava ≈70 km, no reloading; 1 days with a double-driver crew.
Groupage from one pallet
From €125 per Euro pallet, 2–4 days. A full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 9 pallets.
No customs, simple paperwork
CMR note and invoice; VAT reverse charge. VAT in Slovakia: 23%.
Tolls included
Road charges on the route (GO-Maut, e-toll) are included in the quote.
How Much Does Freight from Austria to Slovakia Cost and How Long Does It Take?
Prices start at €125 per Euro pallet and €450 per full truck (Vienna → Bratislava, excl. VAT). On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 9 pallets.
| Service | Transit Time | Typical Weight/Size | Price from * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groupage / LTL (1 pallet) | 2–4 business days | 120×80 cm, ≤500 kg | €125 per pallet |
| Groupage / LTL (6 pallets) | 2–4 business days | 6 Euro pallets, ≤3 t | €340 |
| Full Truck Load (13.6 m trailer) | 1–2 business days | 24 t / 33 pallets | €450 per truck |
Pallet rates between major cities: Austria → Slovakia
Rates are structured by specific pickup and delivery city. The table covers 25 major city pairs and is prepared for separate 1, 2 and 3 Euro pallet tariffs.
| Route | 1 Euro pallet | 2 Euro pallets | 3 Euro pallets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Bratislava | €125 | €170 | €225 |
| Vienna → Košice | €155 | €210 | €275 |
| Vienna → Žilina | €145 | €195 | €260 |
| Vienna → Nitra | €135 | €180 | €235 |
| Vienna → Trnava | €140 | €190 | €250 |
| Linz → Bratislava | €125 | €170 | €225 |
| Linz → Košice | €155 | €210 | €275 |
| Linz → Žilina | €145 | €195 | €260 |
| Linz → Nitra | €135 | €180 | €235 |
| Linz → Trnava | €140 | €190 | €250 |
| Graz → Bratislava | €130 | €170 | €225 |
| Graz → Košice | €155 | €210 | €275 |
| Graz → Žilina | €145 | €195 | €260 |
| Graz → Nitra | €135 | €180 | €235 |
| Graz → Trnava | €140 | €190 | €250 |
| Salzburg → Bratislava | €125 | €170 | €225 |
| Salzburg → Košice | €155 | €210 | €275 |
| Salzburg → Žilina | €145 | €195 | €260 |
| Salzburg → Nitra | €135 | €180 | €235 |
| Salzburg → Trnava | €140 | €190 | €250 |
| Innsbruck → Bratislava | €150 | €200 | €265 |
| Innsbruck → Košice | €180 | €245 | €320 |
| Innsbruck → Žilina | €170 | €230 | €300 |
| Innsbruck → Nitra | €155 | €210 | €275 |
| Innsbruck → Trnava | €165 | €220 | €290 |
Transit times between main cities
| Route | Distance, km | Ferry | FTL, 1 driver (days) | FTL, 2 drivers (days) | Groupage (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Bratislava | ≈70 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Vienna → Košice | ≈490 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Linz → Bratislava | ≈270 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Linz → Košice | ≈690 | — | 2–3 | 1 | 3–5 |
At about 70 km the road leg needs roughly 1 hours of driving. Under EU driving-time rules (Regulation (EC) No 561/2006) one driver may drive up to 9 hours a day (10 hours twice a week), so the trip fits within one driver’s shift.
* Indicative prices, September 2026, excl. VAT, incl. tolls. Final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
Quick pallet price answers: Austria → Slovakia
Direct answers for selected major-city routes. The complete table above contains all 25 city combinations and 1, 2 and 3 pallet rates.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Bratislava?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Bratislava starts from €125; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Linz to Bratislava?
1 Euro pallet from Linz to Bratislava starts from €125; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Košice?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Košice starts from €155; 2 pallets from €210; 3 pallets from €275. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Graz to Žilina?
1 Euro pallet from Graz to Žilina starts from €145; 2 pallets from €195; 3 pallets from €260. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Innsbruck to Trnava?
1 Euro pallet from Innsbruck to Trnava starts from €165; 2 pallets from €220; 3 pallets from €290. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
Which Route Do Trucks Take from Austria to Slovakia?
The usual road route runs Austria → Slovakia.
️ Route stages
- Collection in Austria — Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck; FTL loads go direct, groupage is consolidated at a hub.
- Delivery in Slovakia — Bratislava, Košice, Žilina, Nitra, Trnava and all other postcodes.
Driving bans & road charges
- Traffic restrictions: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
- Road charges: Austria (GO-Maut), Slovakia (e-toll) — included in our price.
Import Duties & Taxes in Slovakia
EU single market
Both Austria and Slovakia are in the EU customs union: no import duty and no customs declaration. Each load travels with a CMR consignment note and commercial invoice.
VAT & documents
- VAT: reverse charge for B2B supplies; standard rate in Slovakia 23%
- VAT numbers: check in VIES
- Docs: CMR, commercial invoice, packing list
Liability: international road freight is carried under the CMR Convention, which limits the carrier’s liability to 8.33 SDR per kg of gross weight. For high-value cargo, additional cargo insurance is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions: Austria → Slovakia Shipping
How much does freight from Austria to Slovakia cost?
One Euro pallet costs from €125, six pallets from €340 and a full truckload from €450, excluding VAT. The final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Bratislava?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Bratislava starts from €125; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Linz to Bratislava?
1 Euro pallet from Linz to Bratislava starts from €125; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Košice?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Košice starts from €155; 2 pallets from €210; 3 pallets from €275. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How long does freight from Austria to Slovakia take?
A full truck needs 1–2 business days (1 days with a double-driver crew). Groupage and pallets take 2–4 business days.
Which route do trucks take from Austria to Slovakia?
The usual route runs Austria → Slovakia.
Is customs clearance needed between Austria and Slovakia?
No. Both countries are in the EU single market; a CMR note and commercial invoice are enough, and VAT is reverse-charged between VAT-registered companies.
What is the VAT rate in Slovakia?
The standard VAT rate in Slovakia is 23%. For B2B supplies from another EU country it is reverse-charged by the buyer.
When is a full truck cheaper than groupage from Austria to Slovakia?
On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 9 pallets. Six pallets cost from €340 in groupage, a dedicated truck from €450.
What cargo is typically shipped from Austria to Slovakia?
Mostly machinery, steel and metal products, vehicle parts, timber and paper, beverages, plus general palletised cargo. Main collection points in Austria: Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck.
Is next-day delivery possible?
Yes. On this short lane, pallets collected in the morning are usually delivered the next business day, and full trucks often the same day.
Related Freight Routes
Austria → Slovakia: route-specific freight details
Main pickup cities: Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck.
Main delivery cities: Bratislava, Košice, Žilina, Nitra, Trnava.
Typical road corridor: The usual road route runs Austria → Slovakia.
Common cargo and industries: Machinery | Steel and metal products | Vehicle parts | Timber and paper | Beverages | General palletised cargo
Seasonal and operational planning: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
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Prepared by the Neva Logistics freight team · Last updated: September 2026
