The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Bratislava
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Bratislava will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Nuremberg to Bratislava you need to make at least one change.
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)1:1010h44Nürnberg, ZOB11:54Bratislava hlavná stanica£621One-way1 change
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 161 · REX 77918:297h15Nuremberg Hbf15:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1251One-way3 changes
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · REX 762912:297h15Nuremberg Hbf19:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1251One-way3 changes
ICE 1221 · REX 252410:356h37Nuremberg Hbf17:12Bratislava hlavná stanica£1561One-way1 change
ICE 521 · RJX 63 · Os 76197:596h45Nuremberg Hbf14:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1671One-way2 changes
ICE 1221 · REX 252410:356h37Nuremberg Hbf17:12Bratislava hlavná stanica£1561One-way1 change
ICE 525 · RJX 65 · REX 778510:016h43Nuremberg Hbf16:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1671One-way2 changes
ICE 529 · RJX 67 · REX 779312:016h43Nuremberg Hbf18:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1671One-way2 changes
ICE 521 · RJX 63 · Os 76197:596h45Nuremberg Hbf14:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1671One-way2 changes
ICE 505 · RJX 67 · REX 779311:556h49Nuremberg Hbf18:44Bratislava-Petržalka£1671One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nuremberg to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 465 km
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£65 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nuremberg to Bratislava train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Bratislava trains for today, Friday 17 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 1:10 Nürnberg, ZOB | 10h44 | 11:54 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 April | |||||
ICE 521 · RJX 63 · Os 7619 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h45 | 14:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 161 · REX 7791 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h15 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 3 changes | |
ICE 525 · RJX 65 · REX 7785 | On time 10:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h43 | 16:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
ICE 1221 · REX 2524 | On time 10:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h37 | 17:12 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 1 change | |
ICE 505 · RJX 67 · REX 7793 | On time 11:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h49 | 18:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
ICE 529 · RJX 67 · REX 7793 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h43 | 18:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · REX 7629 | On time 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h15 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Bratislava
Trains from Nuremberg to Bratislava run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 465 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 465 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 1:10 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Nuremberg to Bratislava trainsDeutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Nuremberg and Bratislava from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
RegioJet a.s.
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Nuremberg to Bratislava train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Bratislava
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Kopčianska Street.
- Restaurant Petržalka
- Pizzeria La Mamma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Viktor
- Hotel Dominika
- Hotel Expo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Lines 80, 91, 93
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Šancová Street.
- Fach Restaurant
- Savoy Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Matyšák
- Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel
- Loft Hotel Bratislava
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 210
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