Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MittelrheinBahn + DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavná stanica | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Hlavná stanica | Fastest | |||||
RegioJet + RegioJet | Terminál 2 | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
 | Hbf | Hlavná stanica | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags |
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Compare 2 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 12 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$877, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Bratislava?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, 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 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 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 MX$1,337
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Bratislava start from MX$877. The average price for this train route is around MX$3,058. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Bratislava?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Bratislava is 12h 17m, covering a distance of 794 km. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Bratislava?
The earliest train from Cologne to Bratislava departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 23:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 5 Aug 2026 with a price of MX$2,928To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Bratislava as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$2,928 to MX$7,103 for a train ticket from Cologne to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$2,928, which is on 2026-08-05.
