Train from Cologne to Bratislava: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Bratislava on 15 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Most SNPCheapest
DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Hlavná stanicaFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Terminál 2
Hlavná stanicaNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské NivyNo tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Hlavná stanicaNo tags

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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 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day
10h 50mAverage duration
794 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCA$90 - CA$265Average duration18h 10m
20kg CO₂e
Average priceCA$72 - CA$463Average duration10h 50m
19kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Bratislava start from CA$72. The average price for this train route is around CA$259. 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 Cologne to Bratislava?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Bratislava is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 794 km. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Cologne to Bratislava departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 23:57.

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