Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Ceske Drahy | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | Cheapest | |||||
National Express + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Most SNP | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Essen Central Train Station | Hlavná stanica | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 12 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 392, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Bratislava?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Bratislava
- A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia - C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia - D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
Train companies
Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 684
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Bratislava by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Bratislava start at PLN 392. The average price for this train route is around PLN 676. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Bratislava?
The average train trip from Essen to Bratislava takes 12h 57m and covers 811 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Bratislava?
The earliest train from Essen to Bratislava departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 11:00pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Bratislava was searched and found on Aug 28, 2026 with a price of PLN 643To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Bratislava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 643 to PLN 1,428 for a train ticket from Essen to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 644 which is on 2026-08-30.
