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Bratislava - České Budějovice Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Bratislava to České Budějovice. Traveling by train from Bratislava to České Budějovice usually takes 8 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest RegioJet train can make the trip in 7 hours and 28 minutes.

Distance133 mi (214 km)
Fastest train7h 28m
Lowest price€23.82
Most frequent serviceRegioJet
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Which train should you take from Bratislava to České Budějovice?

RegioJet is the one and only train line which connects Bratislava to České Budějovice. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
RegioJet48h 8m€26.68
  • RegioJet train tickets from Bratislava to České Budějovice start from €24, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 RegioJet schedules to České Budějovice. RegioJet in Bratislava leaves from Bratislava hl.st. and one other station. And in České Budějovice trains arrive at Nádražní 1759 .

    From Bratislava to České Budějovice train travel on RegioJet takes 8 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to České Budějovice faster, RegioJet offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 28 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, RegioJet offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to České Budějovice.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Bratislava and České Budějovice is approximately 133 miles, or 214 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 28 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 departing from Bratislava to České Budějovice tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Bratislava at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 4 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 České Budějovice to Bratislava.

City Information

Bratislava

Bratislava, Slovakia - SKBRT-0

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Bratislava, Slovakia - SKBRT-1

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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 Bratislava?

Mlynske nivy 4637/31  - SKBRTDEFLX2-0

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Main departure station: Mlýnské Nivy

Autobusová Stanica is a major bus station in Bratislava, offering intercity bus services on Slovak Lines. The station is large and spacious, with many dedicated waiting lounges. There are plenty of food stalls and even retail shops inside. The station is close to busy residential areas, with other amenities like cafes within walking distance. This station also recently experienced a major renovation, and the new, more modern station opened in 2021.

All train stations in Bratislava:

  • Mlýnské Nivy

  • Bratislava hl.st.

Where is the train station in České Budějovice?

Main arrival station: Nádražní 1759

České Budějovice has one train station.

All train stations in České Budějovice:

  • Nádražní 1759

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