- Must visit
Slovenská národná galéria
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery with Slovak and international works in a restored riverfront complex.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
89
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Bratislava will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 89 trains that leave Salzburg for Bratislava every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 749+
REX 6
IC 747+
REX 6
RJX19919+
REX 6
IC 745+
RJX19917
IC 547+
REX 6
RJX19917
RJX19975+
REX 6
RJX19983+
REX 6
RJX19929+
REX 6
RJX 186+
REX 6Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 305 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£48 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Bratislava trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX13483+ REX 6 | 21:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 0:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 843+ S 60 | 21:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h50 | 2:01 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX19937+ S 60 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h54 | 2:01 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJ 845 · RJ 821+ REX 6 | 22:11 Salzburg Hbf | 8h59 | 7:10 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
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EC 463+ REX 6 | 3:50 Salzburg Hbf | 3h54 | 7:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
NJ 13487+ REX 6 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 5h11 | 9:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX 769+ REX 6 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3h43 | 8:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
951+ EC 143+ REX 6 | 5:18 Salzburg Hbf | 6h26 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
951+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 5:18 Salzburg Hbf | 8h26 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
951+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 5:18 Salzburg Hbf | 10h26 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
903+ EC 143+ REX 6 | 5:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
903+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 5:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
903+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 5:52 Salzburg Hbf | 9h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX 761+ REX 6 | 6:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3h43 | 9:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 543+ REX 6 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 10:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
953+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 6:22 Salzburg Hbf | 9h22 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
953+ EC 143+ REX 6 | 6:22 Salzburg Hbf | 5h22 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
953+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 6:22 Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
905+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 6:52 Salzburg Hbf | 8h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
905+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 6:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
905+ EC 143+ REX 6 | 6:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19929+ REX 6 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 10:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 545+ REX 6 | 7:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
955+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 7:22 Salzburg Hbf | 8h22 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
955+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 7:22 Salzburg Hbf | 6h22 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
955+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 7:22 Salzburg Hbf | 9h52 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
907+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 7:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
907+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 7:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
907+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 7:52 Salzburg Hbf | 9h22 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX 265+ REX 6 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 11:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 547+ REX 6 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 12:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
79213+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 8:22 Salzburg Hbf | 8h52 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
79213+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 8:22 Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
79213+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 8:22 Salzburg Hbf | 5h22 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
909+ EC 145+ REX 6 | 8:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
909+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 8:52 Salzburg Hbf | 8h22 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
909+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 8:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX 61+ REX 6 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 12:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
961+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 9:22 Salzburg Hbf | 6h22 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
961+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 9:22 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
961+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 9:22 Salzburg Hbf | 8h22 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
911+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 9:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
911+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 9:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
911+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 9:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19975+ REX 6 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 13:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 641+ REX 6 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 14:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
79215+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 10:22 Salzburg Hbf | 5h22 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
79215+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 10:22 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
79215+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 10:22 Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
913+ EC 147+ REX 6 | 10:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
913+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 10:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h22 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
913+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 10:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19983+ REX 6 | 11:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 14:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX 63+ REX 6 | 11:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 14:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
963+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 11:22 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
963+ EC 100+ REX 6 | 11:22 Salzburg Hbf | 8h22 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
963+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 11:22 Salzburg Hbf | 6h22 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
915+ EC 100+ REX 6 | 11:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
915+ EC 202+ REX 6 | 11:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h22 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
915+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 11:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX 186+ REX 6 | 12:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 15:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 645+ REX 6 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 16:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
917+ EC 341+ REX 6 | 12:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
917+ EC 100+ REX 6 | 12:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
917+ EC 149+ REX 6 | 12:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19985+ REX 6 | 13:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 16:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX 65+ REX 6 | 13:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 16:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 647+ REX 6 | 13:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h03 | 17:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
965+ EC 100+ REX 6 | 13:22 Salzburg Hbf | 6h22 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
965+ EC 341+ REX 6 | 13:22 Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
965+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 13:22 Salzburg Hbf | 8h04 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
919+ EC 341+ REX 6 | 13:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h52 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
919+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 13:52 Salzburg Hbf | 7h34 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
919+ EC 100+ REX 6 | 13:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19977+ REX 6 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 17:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 649+ REX 6 | 14:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h03 | 18:14 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
921+ EC 341+ REX 6 | 14:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
921+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 14:52 Salzburg Hbf | 6h34 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX13477+ REX 6 | 15:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 18:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 741+ REX 6 | 15:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
923+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 15:52 Salzburg Hbf | 5h34 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
923+ EC 341+ REX 6 | 15:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX19915+ REX 6 | 16:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 19:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 743+ REX 6 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
79219+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 16:22 Salzburg Hbf | 5h04 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
925+ EC 343+ RJX19917 | 16:52 Salzburg Hbf | 4h34 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 changes | |
RJX13479+ REX 6 | 17:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 20:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 745+ RJX19917 | 17:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h15 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX19917 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h19 | 21:26 Bratislava-Petržalka | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 747+ REX 6 | 18:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 22:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX 261+ REX 6 | 19:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 22:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
IC 749+ REX 6 | 19:11 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 23:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
RJX19919+ REX 6 | 20:07 Salzburg Hbf | 3h37 | 23:44 Bratislava-Petržalka | 1 change | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Bratislava run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Bratislava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bratislava trip today.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery with Slovak and international works in a restored riverfront complex.
City museum in the Old Town Hall presenting Bratislava’s history through period rooms, artefacts, and tower views.
Specialist museum inside the castle complex covering Slovak history, archaeology, and decorative arts in a major setting.
Main square of the old town, lined with historic façades, fountains, civic buildings, and frequent seasonal events.
Popular pedestrian street through the old town, ideal for architecture, street life, and easy access to major sights.
Large hilltop war memorial and park with sweeping city views, broad steps, and a striking ceremonial atmosphere.
Potato dumplings mixed with soft sheep’s cheese and topped with bacon. It is Slovakia’s best-known national dish and a staple in traditional eateries.
Small potato dumplings served with tangy sheep’s cheese, often without bacon in some homes. It highlights bryndza, a defining Slovak mountain ingredient.
Large hand-pinched dumplings filled with bryndza cheese. A beloved rustic dish from Slovak home cooking, usually served with butter or fried bacon.
Established restaurant near the old town focused on Slovak and Central European cooking, with game, duck and local wine in a polished interior.
Refined Slovak restaurant in the old town serving seasonal local dishes and wines in an elegant but approachable setting.
Traditional Slovak pub-style restaurant known for bryndzové halušky, soups and hearty classics in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for a capital city: hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in Vienna or Prague, though Old Town prices are higher.
Service is not always included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up taxi fares slightly.
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Bratislava hlavná stanica -> Hodžovo námestie, Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Most Salzburg to Bratislava trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Bratislava-Petržalka station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Bratislava train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Bratislava-Petržalka is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Petržalka has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Petržalka, Pizzeria La Mamma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Viktor, Hotel Dominika, Hotel Expo.
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Fach Restaurant, Savoy Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Matyšák, Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel, Loft Hotel Bratislava.
Bratislava-Nové Mesto is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Nové Mesto has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
ATMs are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
Available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto: Parking, WC.
Available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
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