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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport | AS Mlynské nivy | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 17:48 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 9 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Bratislava?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Bratislava
- A
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - CNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- DMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - FPáričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Bratislava
How far is Bratislava from Cologne by coach?
The distance between Cologne and Bratislava by coach is approximately 494 miles (796 km).
Is there a way to reach Bratislava from Cologne without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Bratislava was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Bratislava as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £35 to £56 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-11-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Bratislava?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination