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Trip Summary
You can pick from 28 daily train trips between Esslingen and Bratislava. The average train journey from Esslingen to Bratislava takes 8 hours and 6 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 7 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 359 mi (578 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 20m |
Lowest price | $130.71 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Esslingen to Bratislava
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $75 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $63 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $75 one-way
Which train should you take from Esslingen to Bratislava?
There are 3 train lines with service from Esslingen am Neckar to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 22 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 7h 48m | $91.96 |
Deutsche Bahn | 22 | 8h 10m | $133.04 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 7h 57m | $130.27 |
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 Esslingen to Bratislava start from $75, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Esslingen am Neckar leaves from Esslingen(Neckar) and one other station. And in Bratislava trains arrive at Bratislava-Petrzalka and one other train station.
From Esslingen to Bratislava train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 57 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 7 hours and 20 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 9 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 Esslingen and Bratislava is approximately 359 miles, or 578 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Esslingen to Bratislava on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Esslingen at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 28 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.
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 Esslingen?
Main departure station: Esslingen-Mettingen
There are two stations in Esslingen where you can board the train to Bratislava.
All train stations in Esslingen:
Esslingen-Mettingen
Esslingen(Neckar)
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bratislava-Petrzalka
Built in 1897, the Bratislava-Petrzalka railway station is a bright and airy train station in the borough of Petržalka, in the southern part of Bratislava. It went through a significant renovation in the 1990s and became the terminal station for trains running to and from Vienna. The current station features a wide range of on-site amenities, including a vast waiting lounge and public restrooms. Bus lines connect the station with the city center and other major stations in Bratislava.
All train stations in Bratislava:
Bratislava-Petrzalka
Bratislava hl.st.
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