How much is the train ticket from Budapest to Bratislava?

The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Bratislava start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Budapest to Bratislava?

The average train trip from Budapest to Bratislava takes 2h 25m and covers 163 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators serve the Budapest to Bratislava route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail , RegioJet .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Budapest to Bratislava?

The earliest train from Budapest to Bratislava departs at 5:30am. The latest train departs at 7:30pm.

What is the best train operator from Budapest to Bratislava?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Bratislava?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Slovak Rail , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Budapest to Bratislava from $18

Next departures

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:58pm	Kelenföld	4h 22m	10:20pm	Nivy bus station	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	6h 12m	9:10pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Bratislava on December 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:58pm	Kelenföld	4h 22m	10:20pm	Nivy bus station	Cheapest
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:58am	Kelenföld	6h 22m	6:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags
	5:30am	Budapest Nyugati Train Station	2h 25m	7:55am	Hlavná stanica	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	2:58pm	Kelenföld	5h 22m	8:20pm	Nivy bus station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Bratislava

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

163 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $175	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $58	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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

Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Budapest Airport
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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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

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

Users have noted that the train service is generally positive, with clean trains, friendly staff, and timely departures. However, some have mentioned that arrival delays were not communicated, and there were few instructions available in English. Additionally, while the chairs were spacious, they did not recline, and the Wi-Fi was slow.

Slovak Rail Budapest Bratislava recent customer reviews

On time departure. Arrival was delayed and not announced. Spacious chair but don't recline. Wifi slow.

Tiffany T.

October 22, 2025

The train was very nice compared to the usual trains

Zaidah B.

September 28, 2025

The train was clean, the staff was friendly and it left on time.

Julianne T.

September 5, 2025

RegioJet

4/51,058 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Based on 1058 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $25

RegioJet Budapest Bratislava recent customer reviews

Always use regionjet, and always satisfied. been disappointed with some other carriers especially flixbus. so regiojet is the way to go

Jacob R.

August 31, 2018

The bus leave just in front of me so I need to buy another ticket

Chun-yu K.

January 7, 2020

Bus location was VERY difficult to find

Miranda Joy N.

June 11, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Budapest to Bratislava start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Budapest to Bratislava?
The average train trip from Budapest to Bratislava takes 2h 25m and covers 163 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Budapest to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Budapest to Bratislava?
The earliest train from Budapest to Bratislava departs at 5:30am. The latest train departs at 7:30pm.
What is the best train operator from Budapest to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Bratislava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Budapest to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Budapest to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Slovak Rail, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

12-01

$37

12-02

$32

Today

$32

12-04

$32

12-05

$32

12-06

$32

12-07

$32

12-08

$25

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $53 for a train ticket from Budapest to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-08.