Bus Tickets from Cologne to Bratislava

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Bratislava on August 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Union Ivkoni
Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport
AS Mlynské nivyCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Bratislava

Bus
Average PriceUS$50 - US$183Average Duration17h 45m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$48 - US$177Average Duration15h 29m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$60 - US$60Average Duration11h
33kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Bratislava

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
11hAverage Duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Bratislava: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$93
Average Bus Trip Duration17h 45m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance796 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Cologne to Bratislava Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cologne to Bratislava, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Bratislava

  1. What is the travel distance from Cologne to Bratislava?

    The distance covered from Cologne to Bratislava is 796 km (494 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Bratislava?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Petržalka Einsteinova, in Bratislava.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$63
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US$54
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US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Bratislava was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47 which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Bratislava that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Bratislava to Cologne

You can also go to Bratislava by train

Train from Cologne to Bratislava

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