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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | BTS Airport | Cheapest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy | No tags |
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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 R 1 512, 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
Bratislava Airport
- BMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- C
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - DNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 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 from Cologne to Bratislava by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Bratislava start at R 837. The average price for this route is around R 1 524. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Bratislava?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Bratislava is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 798 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Bratislava at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Cologne to Bratislava produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 230To 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 R 1 230 to R 2 613 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 R 1 590, which is on 2025-12-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Bratislava?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination