The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bratislava
Cheapest price
€137
Average price
€156
Fastest journey
10 h 8 m
Average duration
10 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
781 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bratislava will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €137.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Bratislava without transferring at least once.
ICE 91 · REX 2526
ICE 787 · ICE 27 · REX 2530
ICE 789 · ICE 29 · Os 7635
ICE 585 · ICE 93 · REX 2528
ICE 689 · ICE 95 · REX 2536
ICE 91 · REX 2526
ICE 787 · ICE 27 · REX 2530
ICE 585 · ICE 93 · REX 2528
ICE 689 · ICE 95 · REX 2536
ICE 789 · ICE 29 · Os 7635Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 781 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€130 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
13h 3m Average total duration Fastest 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bratislava train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 91 · REX 2526 | On time 7:02 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h08 | 5:10 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · ICE 93 · REX 2528 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h09 | 6:10 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 27 · REX 2530 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h09 | 7:10 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1285 · ICE 29 · Os 7635 | On time 10:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h16 | 9:44 PM Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789 · ICE 29 · Os 7635 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h43 | 9:44 PM Bratislava-Petržalka | 2 transfers | |
ICE 689 · ICE 95 · REX 2536 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h09 | 10:10 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bratislava
Distance 781 km |
Average train duration 12h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 10h 8m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet from Hamburg to Bratislava trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet trains will get you between Hamburg and Bratislava from €41. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Regiojet
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Bratislava

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bratislava hlavná stanica, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Bratislava
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Essino
- Schanzenbäcker
- Novum Hotel Belmondo Hamburg
- Mercure Hamburg City
- Ambassador
- City Haus
- 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
- 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
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