The cheapest and fastest trains from Bratislava to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£598
Average price
£598
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 51 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1628 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Edinburgh will cost around £598 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £598.
To travel from Bratislava to Edinburgh you need to make at least 5 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bratislava to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £607.
Distance: 1628 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£607 Average Price | £85 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price |
29h 12m Average total duration 28h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 46h 18m Average total duration 45h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bratislava to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:16 Bratislava | 31h47 | 17:03 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
![]() | 15:16 Bratislava | 27h45 | 19:01 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bratislava to Edinburgh
Trains from Bratislava to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £607 but you can travel from only £35 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 1628 km distance in 26h 51m.
Distance 1628 km |
Average train duration 28h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £607 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 26h 51m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 15:16 |
Train companies: Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Bratislava to Edinburgh trainsRailways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Bratislava and Edinburgh from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Bratislava to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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