Trains tickets from Zürich to Bratislava

Today6 Aug
from US$133
Tomorrow7 Aug
from US$156
Fri8 Aug
from US$133
Sat9 Aug
from US$142
Sun10 Aug
from US$148
Mon11 Aug
from US$142
Tue12 Aug
from US$133
Wed13 Aug
from US$148

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Petržalka žel.st.
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Petržalka žel.st.
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Petržalka žel.st.
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Hlavná stanica
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Bratislava
    Destination location: Hlavná stanica
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Bratislava

Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$140Average duration14h 30m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$96 - US$250Average duration9h 11m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Zürich to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 11mAverage duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Zürich to Bratislava: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$163
Average train trip duration9h 11m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure10:40
Distance401 miles
Latest train departure12:40

Zürich to Bratislava Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Bratislava

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Zürich to Bratislava cost?

    The average train ticket price from Zürich to Bratislava is US$163. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Zürich to Bratislava is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Zürich to Bratislava?

    A train trip between Zürich and Bratislava is around 9h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 401 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Zürich and Bratislava?

    The number of trains from Zürich to Bratislava can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Zürich to Bratislava by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Zürich to Bratislava?

    When taking the train from Zürich to Bratislava, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Zürich to Bratislava?

    Trains travelling between Zürich and Bratislava leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at Nové Mesto, Bratislava Airport, Most SNP.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/08
US$142
05/08
US$134
Today
US$121
07/08
US$141
08/08
US$121
09/08
US$129
10/08
US$134
11/08
US$129
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$121

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

You can expect to pay from US$121 to US$211 for a train ticket from Zürich to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$121, which is on 2025-08-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bratislava you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Zürich and Bratislava, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Zürich to Bratislava and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Bratislava to Zürich

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