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Next departures for Cologne to Bratislava on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Terminál 2	16h 14m	11:54am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		1:45pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	10h 25m	12:10am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		12:14pm	Hbf	17h 46m	6:00am	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 29m	7:10pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		7:30am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	10h 40m	6:10pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		7:21am	Hbf	10h 49m	6:10pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		4:14pm	Hbf	19h 16m	11:30am	Most SNP	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 29m	7:10pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Bratislava

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 1,875, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day

17h 40mAverage Duration

491 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTHB 1,875 - THB 6,038	Average Duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTHB 3,411 - THB 11,843	Average Duration11h 23m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Bratislava?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
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Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
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Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
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Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Bratislava

A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2.9

Based on 12 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at THB 5,179

SK train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Bratislava by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Bratislava start from THB 3,411. The average price for this train route is around THB 6,087. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Bratislava?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Bratislava is 11h 23m, covering a distance of 492 miles (794 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Bratislava?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Bratislava at 6:41am. And the latest train departs at 11:41pm.