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Essen to Bratislava Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Essen to Bratislava?
There are usually 19 daily bus trips available from Essen to Bratislava.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$94.94 | Avg. Price$94.44 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips19 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration19h 38m | Duration19h 38m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Essen to Bratislava. Traveling by train from Essen to Bratislava usually takes 20 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest FlixTrain train can make the trip in 15 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 504 mi (812 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 16m |
| Lowest price | $59.68 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Bratislava?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Bratislava. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 9 | 20h 49m | $92.39 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 9 daily trips to Bratislava from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Most SNP in Bratislava after about 20 hours and 49 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Essen to Bratislava
The distance between Essen and Bratislava is approximately 504 miles, or 812 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 20 hours and 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 16 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 Essen to Bratislava are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Essen at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 9 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 Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
Main arrival station: Most SNP
There are more train stations and stops in Bratislava than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Bratislava:
All train stations in Bratislava:
Most SNP
Ivanská cesta 4356/39
Einsteinova/Viedenska cesta
Mlýnské Nivy
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