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Trip Summary
40 trains operate daily from Salzburg to Bratislava. The train trip from Salzburg to Bratislava is usually about 5 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 189 mi (304 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | £27.62 |
| Most frequent service | RegioJet |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Salzburg to Bratislava?
RegioJet is the one and only train line which connects Salzburg to Bratislava. However, there are 40 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RegioJet | 40 | 5h 2m | £27.94 |
RegioJet train tickets from Salzburg to Bratislava start from £28, and on average cost . Daily there are 40 RegioJet schedules to Bratislava. RegioJet in Salzburg leaves from Salzburg Hbf Bahnsteige (11-12) . And in Bratislava trains arrive at Mlynské nivy 4637/31 and 2 other train stations.
From Salzburg to Bratislava train travel on RegioJet takes 5 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bratislava faster, RegioJet offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, RegioJet offers 40 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bratislava.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Salzburg and Bratislava is approximately 189 miles, or 304 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours,
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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Salzburg to Bratislava on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Salzburg at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 40 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 Salzburg.
City Information
Salzburg
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Salzburg is located in the north of Austria and might be best known for its stunning landscapes and locations featured in The Sound of Music. Don't worry, there are plenty of organized tours to see the Von Trapps' house, the hills where Maria sings, and more of the film's iconic settings. This cultural and historic city offers many more activities set against the stunning backdrop of churches and castles.
Salzburg Old Town, or Altstadt, is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, and it is easy to see why. The beautiful Baroque-style architecture and churches are straight out of a fairytale, while the looming Hohensalzburg Castle and attached museum serve as a reminder of Salzburg's decadent past.
Salzburg was a musically famous city even before The Sound of Music, as it's known for being the birthplace of Mozart. Music lovers can visit his residence and the locations associated with Mozart's life in Salzburg. In winter, be sure to stay for one of Salzburg's famous Christmas markets. The Christkindlmarkt tradition dates back to the 15-century, with hundreds of stalls offering the finest mulled wine, handmade crafts, and delicious Christmas treats.
Salzburg is well-connected to much of Europe by ground and air travel. Popular train routes to Salzburg travel from Vienna, Berlin, and Cologne. FlixBus provides the most coach routes to Salzburg, with several smaller carriers also serving several routes to cities in Switzerland and beyond. Salzburg Airport provides an alternative way to reach Salzburg, located just 4 kilometres from the city centre.
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 Salzburg?
Main departure station: Salzburg Hbf Bahnsteige (11-12)
There is one train station in Salzburg.
All train stations in Salzburg:
Salzburg Hbf Bahnsteige (11-12)
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
Main arrival station: Einsteinova/Viedenska cesta
There are more train stations and stops in Bratislava than most cities. Most trains from Salzburg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bratislava:
Train stations in Bratislava:
Einsteinova/Viedenska cesta
Mlýnské Nivy
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