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Next departures for Essen to Bratislava on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity	Train	6:12am	Essen Central Train Station	13h 50m	8:02pm	Hlavná stanica
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:12am	Essen Central Train Station	13h 50m	8:02pm	Hlavná stanica
	Train	6:13am	Essen Central Train Station	12h 57m	7:10pm	Hlavná stanica
	Train	6:36am	Essen Central Train Station	11h 34m	6:10pm	Hlavná stanica
	Train	7:19am	Essen Central Train Station	12h 43m	8:02pm	Hlavná stanica

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen 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 19 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 76,884, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

19h 16mAverage Duration

505 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 76,884 - CLP 202,929	Average Duration19h 16m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 97,767 - CLP 376,850	Average Duration12h 37m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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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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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi2.8

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 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 CLP 170,353

SK train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen 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 Essen to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Bratislava start from CLP 97,767. The average price for this train route is around CLP 182,440. 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 Essen to Bratislava?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Bratislava is 12h 37m, covering a distance of 503 miles (811 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Bratislava?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Bratislava at 6:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:00pm.