How much is the train ticket from Zürich to Bratislava?

The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start at $158. The average price for this train route is around $194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Zürich to Bratislava?

The average train trip from Zürich to Bratislava takes 9h 11m and covers 646 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 46m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators serve the Zürich to Bratislava route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Zürich to Bratislava departs at 12:40pm. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Train Zürich to Bratislava from $72

Next train departures

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40am	Zurich HB	9h 30m	4:10pm	Bratislava hl.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	No tags
Train	6:40am	Zurich HB	9h 4m	3:44pm	Železničná stanica Bratislava-Petržalka	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Zurich HB	9h 32m	12:44am	Železničná stanica Bratislava-Petržalka	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	No tags
Train	12:23am	Zurich HB	14h 21m	2:44pm	Železničná stanica Bratislava-Petržalka	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Bratislava on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Cheapest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	8h 46m	9:26pm	Petržalka žel.st.	Fastest
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags
Train	12:40pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	9h 11m	9:51pm	Hlavná stanica	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:05 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich 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 9 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 11mAverage Duration

646 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $216	Average Duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$158 - $312	Average Duration9h 11m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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

Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland

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

3.5/530 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 30 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at $158

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich 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 Zürich to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Bratislava start at $158. The average price for this train route is around $194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Zürich to Bratislava?
The average train trip from Zürich to Bratislava takes 9h 11m and covers 646 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 46m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Zürich to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Zürich to Bratislava?
The earliest train from Zürich to Bratislava departs at 12:40pm. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-28

No data

01-29

$107

Today

$129

01-31

$129

02-01

$72

02-02

$72

02-03

$110

02-04

$110

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Bratislava was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $72

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 $72 to $296 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 $72 which is on 2026-02-02.