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Trip Summary
You can pick from 144 daily train trips between Magdeburg and Bratislava. The average train journey from Magdeburg to Bratislava takes 12 hours and 17 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 9 hours and 23 minutes.
Distance | 366 mi (589 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 23m |
Lowest price | $84.58 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Bratislava?
2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 130 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 130 | 12h 8m | $198.38 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 13h 47m | $169.81 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Magdeburg to Bratislava start from $85, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Beyendorf and 3 other stations. And in Bratislava trains arrive at Bratislava hl.st. and 2 other train stations.
From Magdeburg to Bratislava train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 13 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bratislava faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Magdeburg and Bratislava is approximately 366 miles, or 589 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 23 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Magdeburg to Bratislava. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Magdeburg at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 144 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bratislava to Magdeburg.
City Information
Bratislava
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The capital of Slovakia and a beautiful city straddling two sides of the Danube, Bratislava is a popular tourist destination in Europe that features plenty of attractions. Tourists often flock to the Old Town quarter, a historic area that dates back to several centuries. In this quarter, you can also find the magnificent Baroque Palaces, with their awe-inspiring architecture, as well as Mozart House, where Mozart performed for the Palffy clan when he was only six years old. Don't miss out on the chance to marvel at the Gothic Cathedral of St. Martin, the coronation church for the kings and queens of Hungary for three centuries.
As the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava naturally features many world-famous restaurants that serve the finest local specialties. Special mentions go to the Modrá Hviezda, a small restaurant in the Old Town quarter of the city. However, for the best local dishes, try the Bratislava Flagship.
The primary train station in Bratislava is the Bratislava-Petrzalka. Bus service also makes Bratislava accessible from many major cities in Eastern Europe. Flights go through the nearby M. R. Štefánik Airport, located just 5.1 miles away from the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Beyendorf
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 12 stops and stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Beyendorf
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Buckau
Magdeburg-Neustadt
Magdeburg Herrenkrug
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz
Magdeburg SKET Industriepark
Magdeburg-Salbke
Train Station
Magdeburg-Sudenburg
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
Main arrival station: Bratislava hl.st.
There are more train stations and stops in Bratislava than most cities. Most trains from Magdeburg will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Bratislava:
Train stations in Bratislava:
Bratislava hl.st.
Bratislava-Petrzalka
Devínska Nová Ves
Rusovce
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