The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Bratislava
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Bratislava will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $23.
Of the 18 trains that leave Prague for Bratislava every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava)
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava)
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava)
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
EC 279
EC 281
rj 277
RJ 277
EC 281Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $292.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$37 Average Price | $28 Average Price Cheapest | $292 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Bratislava train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Bratislava trains for today, Friday, 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:42 pm Prague | 4h17 | 9:59 pm Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:54 pm Prague | 6h08 | 4:02 am Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 27 December | |||||
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 5:47 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 5h07 | 10:54 am Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 6:01 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h53 | 10:54 am Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 277 | 8:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 1:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 277 | 8:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 1:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 9:47 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h41 | 2:28 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 10:01 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 2:28 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 279 | 10:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 3:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 279 | 10:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 3:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 253+ EC 131 | 11:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h30 | 4:07 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 1 change | |
rj 253 · EC 131 | 11:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h30 | 4:07 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 1 change | |
EC 281 | 12:37 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 5:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 281 | 12:37 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h25 | 5:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 1:47 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h41 | 6:28 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 2:01 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h27 | 6:28 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 175 | 2:36 pm Prague-Holešovice | 4h26 | 7:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 175 | 2:36 pm Prague-Holešovice | 4h26 | 7:02 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 3:47 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 5h00 | 8:47 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 4:01 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h46 | 8:47 pm Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Bratislava
Trains from Prague to Bratislava run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, České dráhy from Prague to Bratislava trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, České dráhy trains will get you between Prague and Bratislava from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
EuroNight
České dráhy
FAQs: Prague to Bratislava train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Bratislava by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Prague, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov. When arriving in Bratislava, you can end your journey in train stations like Bratislava hlavná stanica, Bratislava-Petržalka, Bratislava-Nové Mesto, Bratislava-Vinohrady, Bratislava-Rača and Bratislava-Železná studienka.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bratislava hlavná stanica, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Bratislava
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Šancová Street.
- Fach Restaurant
- Savoy Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Matyšák
- Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel
- Loft Hotel Bratislava
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 210
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Kopčianska Street.
- Restaurant Petržalka
- Pizzeria La Mamma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Viktor
- Hotel Dominika
- Hotel Expo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Lines 80, 91, 93
- Tram: Line 3
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