How much is the train ticket from Prague to Bratislava?

The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Bratislava start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $39. 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 Prague to Bratislava?

The average train ride duration from Prague to Bratislava is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by RegioJet .

Which train operators service the Prague to Bratislava route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail , RegioJet , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Prague to Bratislava?

The earliest train departs from Prague to Bratislava at 5:37am. And the latest train departs at 7:42pm.

What is the best train operator from Prague to Bratislava?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Bratislava?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Prague to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Prague to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Prague to Bratislava from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	CheapestFastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	CheapestFastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	9:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	CheapestFastest
Train	5:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	9:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	9:26pm	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	CheapestFastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	11:26am	Hlavná stanica	CheapestFastest
Train	11:16am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	3:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	3:16pm	Hlavní nádraží	4h 10m	7:26pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	5:42am	Hlavní nádraží	4h 20m	10:02am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Prague to Bratislava

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

5hAverage Duration

181 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $170	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $110	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Prague

A
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
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B
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
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C
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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D
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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E
Tomíčkova
Tomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
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F
Praha-Smichov
Praha-Smíchov, 150 00 Praha-Praha 5, Czechia

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

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

RegioJet

4/51,058 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Train and bus companies in SK:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Prague 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 Prague to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Bratislava start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $39. 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 Prague to Bratislava?
The average train ride duration from Prague to Bratislava is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by RegioJet.
Which train operators service the Prague to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Prague to Bratislava?
The earliest train departs from Prague to Bratislava at 5:37am. And the latest train departs at 7:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Prague to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Prague to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Prague to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Prague to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/02

$31

12/03

$36

Today

$20

12/05

$23

12/06

$19

12/07

$20

12/08

$14

12/09

$14

The cheapest trip from Prague to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Prague to Bratislava, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $57 for a train ticket from Prague to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Slovak Rail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.