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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Bratislava
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
2 d 13 h 42 m
Average duration
2 d 15 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
776 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Bratislava will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Sofia to Bratislava you need to make at least 4 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sofia to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 776 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price |
63h 38m Average total duration 63h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Bratislava
Bulgaria
Slovakia
Trains from Sofia to Bratislava run on average 1 times per day, taking around 63h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 17:25, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 776 km distance in 61h 42m.
Distance 776 km |
Average train duration 63h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 61h 42m |
First train 17:25 |
Last train 17:25 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Bratislava trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Bratislava from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sofia to Bratislava train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia 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.
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