The cheapest and fastest trains from Kraków to Bratislava
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €46
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €46
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 9 h 41 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 9 h 41 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Bratislava will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €46.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 1 trains from Kraków to Bratislava, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 41 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.

8:16 AM 9h41 Kraków 5:57 PM Bratislava €46 1 One-way 0 changes

8:16 AM 9h41 Kraków 5:57 PM Bratislava €46 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kraków to Bratislava
Trains from Kraków to Bratislava run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Kraków to Bratislava train times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Bratislava trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:16 AM Kraków | 9h41 | 5:57 PM Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Kraków to Bratislava train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kraków and Bratislava
Most Kraków to Bratislava trains use the Kraków Główny to Bratislava Hlavná Stanica station pair, with some services arriving at Bratislava-Petržalka. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Bratislava train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do trains to Bratislava leave from?
Getting to Kraków Główny from Kraków city centre
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny train station facilities and services
Kraków Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
Which Bratislava station do trains from Kraków arrive at?
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.
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