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Trip Summary
There are 11 daily trains from Bonn to Bratislava. Traveling by train from Bonn to Bratislava usually takes around 11 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 10 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 483 mi (778 km) |
Fastest train | 10h 20m |
Lowest price | €38.26 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Bonn to Bratislava?
There are 3 train lines with service from Bonn to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 13h 0m | €109.94 |
Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 10h 43m | €100.34 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 11h 10m | €101.40 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bonn to Bratislava start from €38, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bonn leaves from Bonn-Mehlem and one other station. And in Bratislava trains arrive at Bratislava hl.st. and one other train station.
From Bonn to Bratislava train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 10 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 10 hours and 20 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 15 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 Bonn and Bratislava is approximately 483 miles, or 778 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 20 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.
Trains from Bonn to Bratislava are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Bonn at 01:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00. 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 11 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 Bonn.
City Information
Bonn
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Located on the banks of the Rhine river, Bonn is known for being the birthplace of the legendary composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The city was the capital of West Germany from 1949 to 1990, before the German Reunification moved the capital back to Berlin. Bonn is full of cultural landmarks and architectural marvels in line with its rich history and traditions.
The Old City Hall of Bonn is an architectural marvel with lavish Rococo style. The square in front of the building, Marktplatz, is the site of a local outdoor market with stalls selling fresh produce, bread, and other delicacies. Several restaurants and bars surround the plaza, so you can grab an outdoor table to people-watch in the center of Bonn.
The historical sights in Bonn are nearly endless, but you definitely shouldn't miss Drachenburg Castle, Catedral de Bonn, and Poppelsdorf Palace; the latter includes botanical gardens and a mineralogical museum! Or engage with more recent history at the Kunstmuseum Bonn, a modernist art museum focused on post-war German art.
Bonn shares an airport with its neighbor to the north, Cologne. Buses connect travelers from the city to the airport, but you can also take a bus to your next destination in Germany, or even farther. For example, FlixBus and Sindbad serve routes to Berlin, Prague, Paris, London, and more. The train network is similarly robust, and Deutsche Bahn provides the bulk of train trips to and from Bonn.
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 Bonn?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bonn-Mehlem
There are two stations in Bonn where you can board the train to Bratislava.
All train stations in Bonn:
Bonn-Mehlem
Bonn-Bad Godesberg
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
Main arrival station: Bratislava hl.st.
Bratislava receives travelers from Bonn at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Bratislava:
Bratislava hl.st.
Bratislava-Petrzalka
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