The cheapest and fastest trains from Bratislava to Berlin
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- €54
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- €150
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 8 h 31 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 8 h 55 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 9
- Distance
- 553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Berlin will cost around €150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 9 trains from Bratislava to Berlin, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 31 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 10 h 33 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.
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)5:17 AM 11h43 Bratislava hlavná stanica 5:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) €54 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 276 · EC 458 · ICE 5921:58 PM 10h33 Bratislava hlavná stanica 12:31 AM Berlin Hbf €106 1 One-way 2 transfers
EC 278 · RJ 17211:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf €140 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 1749:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf €140 1 One-way 0 transfers
EC 280 · RJ 1767:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf €160 1 One-way 1 transfer
EC 280 · RJ 1767:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf €160 1 One-way 1 transfer
EC 278 · RJ 17211:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf €140 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 1749:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf €140 1 One-way 0 transfers
EC 282 · RJ 3825:58 AM 8h31 Bratislava hlavná stanica 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf €160 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 276 · EC 458 · ICE 5921:58 PM 10h33 Bratislava hlavná stanica 12:31 AM Berlin Hbf €106 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bratislava to Berlin
Trains from Bratislava to Berlin run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 55m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Bratislava to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Berlin trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 681 · EN 442 · RJ 178 | On time 10:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 13h39 | 12:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 7776 · RJ 820 · REX 5940 · R 5994 | On time 11:16 PM Bratislava-Petržalka | 14h01 | 1:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 6 transfers | |
REX 7776 · RJ 820 · REX 5940 · R 5994 | On time 11:16 PM Bratislava-Petržalka | 14h13 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
IC 407+ REX 6+ ICE 508 | 4:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 11h13 | 3:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 5:17 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 11h43 | 5:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
EC 282 · RJ 382 | On time 5:58 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 8h31 | 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 280 · RJ 176 | On time 7:58 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 8h31 | 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 174 | On time 9:58 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 8h31 | 6:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 278 · RJ 172 | On time 11:58 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 8h31 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 7736 · RJX 64 · ICE 1000 | On time 1:16 PM Bratislava-Petržalka | 10h36 | 11:52 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 276 · EC 458 · ICE 592 | On time 1:58 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 10h33 | 12:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 2523 · EC 1210 · ICE 904 | On time 3:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 14h40 | 6:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
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FAQs: Trains from Bratislava to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bratislava to Berlin
Most Bratislava to Berlin trains use the Bratislava Hlavná Stanica to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bratislava station do trains to Berlin leave from?
Getting to Bratislava Hlavná Stanica from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Fach Restaurant, Savoy Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Matyšák, Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel, Loft Hotel Bratislava.
Getting to Bratislava-Petržalka from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava-Petržalka is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Petržalka train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Petržalka, Pizzeria La Mamma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Viktor, Hotel Dominika, Hotel Expo.
Getting to Bratislava-Nové Mesto from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava-Nové Mesto is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Nové Mesto train station facilities and services
Bratislava-Nové Mesto has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Nové Mesto.
Which Berlin station do trains from Bratislava arrive at?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Gesundbrunnen from Berlin city centre
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen train station facilities and services
Berlin Gesundbrunnen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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