Train from Budapest to Bratislava: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Budapest to Bratislava on 9 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Nivy bus stationCheapest
Slovak Rail
Budapest Nyugati Train Station
Hlavná stanicaFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Nivy bus stationNo tags
Slovak Rail
Budapest Nyugati Train Station
Hlavná stanicaNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Kelenföld
Nivy bus stationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 20:31 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 785, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
2h 25mAverage duration
163 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceTRY 566 - TRY 5,713Average duration4h 40m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceTRY 785 - TRY 1,980Average duration2h 25m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Bratislava by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Bratislava start from TRY 785. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Budapest to Bratislava?

    The average train journey time from Budapest to Bratislava is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 163 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Slovak Rail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Budapest to Bratislava route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Budapest to Bratislava?

    The earliest train from Budapest to Bratislava departs at 05:30. And the latest train departs at 19:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/06
TRY 1,229
07/06
TRY 1,061
Today
TRY 1,231
09/06
TRY 1,035
10/06
TRY 1,035
11/06
TRY 1,063
12/06
TRY 1,060
13/06
TRY 1,034
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Bratislava was searched and found on 13 Jun 2026 with a price of TRY 1,034

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Budapest to Bratislava as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 1,034 to TRY 1,762 for a train ticket from Budapest to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,034, which is on 2026-06-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Budapest to Bratislava?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Budapest and Bratislava is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost TRY 1,251 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from TRY 785. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bratislava, choose the train, as it will take you from Budapest to Bratislava in about 2h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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