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Essen to Bratislava

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Essen, Germany → Bratislava, Slovakia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Bratislava

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Ryanair
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Lufthansa
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Eurowings
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Austrian Airlines
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Condor Flugdienst
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Ryanair
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1h 30m
Every day
$44.57–$326.09
Lufthansa
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3h 21m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$42.39–$500.00
Eurowings
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1h 35m
Every day
$76.09–$315.22
Austrian Airlines
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1h 35m
Every day
$76.09–$434.78
Condor Flugdienst
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1h 15m
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$260.87–$423.91
FlixBus
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Union Ivkoni
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Slovak Lines
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FlixBus
Website
45 min
Hourly
$7.61–$11.96
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
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Union Ivkoni
Website
15h 15m
Once a week
$36.96–$59.78
07001 8282
07001 8282
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Slovak Lines
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50 min
Hourly
$7.07–$8.70
+421 2 55 422 734
+421 2 55 422 734
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NS
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
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Railjet
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ÖBB
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Nightjet
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RegioJet
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National Express
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
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Urlaubs-Express
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ÖBB Intercity
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NS
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3h 2m
Once daily
$31.52–$76.09
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
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1h 51m
Hourly
$50.00–$55.43
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Railjet
Website
44 min
Once daily
$16.30–$23.91
+43 51717
+43 51717
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ÖBB
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2h 18m
Every 4 hours
$54.35–$76.09
05 17 17
05 17 17
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Nightjet
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11h 52m
Twice a week
$65.22–$184.78
+43 51717
+43 51717
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RegioJet
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45 min
Every 3 hours
$3.80–$5.98
+420 222 222 221
+420 222 222 221
Call Contact via email
National Express
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58 min
Hourly
$15.22–$22.83
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
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57 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
Call Contact via email
Urlaubs-Express
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12h 53m
Once a week
$103.26–$1,032.61
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
Call Contact via email
ÖBB Intercity
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2h 23m
Once daily
$59.78–$92.39
+43 5 1717
+43 5 1717
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bratislava?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bratislava is to bus via Duisburg Portsmouthplatz which costs $46.74 - $119.57 and takes 18h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bratislava?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bratislava is to fly and bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $81.52 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bratislava?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bratislava via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bratislava?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bratislava-Petrzalka via Frankfurt, Passau Hbf and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Essen to Bratislava?

The distance between Essen and Bratislava is 888 km. The road distance is 1026.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bratislava without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bratislava without a car is to train which takes 12h 2m and costs $163.04 - $260.87 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bratislava?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Essen to Bratislava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bratislava bus from?

Essen to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bratislava train from?

Essen to Bratislava train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bratislava?

The best way to get from Essen to Bratislava is to train which takes 12h 2m and costs $163.04 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus via Duisburg Portsmouthplatz, which costs $46.74 - $119.57 and takes 18h 14m.

Where does the Essen to Bratislava bus arrive?

Essen to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

What is the time difference between Essen and Bratislava?

It is currently 07:18 at both, Essen and Bratislava.

Where does the Essen to Bratislava train arrive?

Essen to Bratislava train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bratislava?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bratislava is 1027 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Essen to Bratislava.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Bratislava?

Book your Essen to Bratislava train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Bratislava?

Book your Essen to Bratislava bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bratislava?

There are 1564+ hotels available in Bratislava. Prices start at $27.62 per night.
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