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Next departures for Cologne to Bratislava on October 6
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RegioJet + RegioJet
Terminál 2
Hlavná stanicaCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Bratislava

Average PriceUS$51 - US$122Average Duration17h 40m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average PriceUS$64 - US$195Average Duration15h 28m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$103 - US$103Average Duration9h 20m
33kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cologne to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
17h 40mAverage Duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Bratislava: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$81
Average train trip duration15h 28m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:18am
Distance793 km
Latest train departure10:27pm

Cologne to Bratislava Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Bratislava

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bratislava cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Bratislava is US$81. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Bratislava is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Cologne to Bratislava?

    A train trip between Cologne and Bratislava is around 15h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 796 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Bratislava?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Bratislava can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Bratislava by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Bratislava?

    Trains travelling between Cologne and Bratislava leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Nové Mesto, Bratislava Airport, Most SNP.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Cologne and Bratislava is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Bratislava.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Bratislava, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Cologne and Bratislava compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cologne to Bratislava, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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