Train from Prague to Bratislava: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Prague to Bratislava on December 5
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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$14 - $170Average Duration5h
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$16 - $110Average Duration4h 20m
7kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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