How much is the train ticket from Bratislava to Zürich?

The cheapest train tickets from Bratislava to Zürich start from $65. The average price for this train route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bratislava to Zürich?

The average train ride duration from Bratislava to Zürich is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 400 miles (645 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 48m and is operated by Slovak Rail .

Which train operators service the Bratislava to Zürich route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bratislava to Zürich?

The earliest train departs from Bratislava to Zürich at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Train Bratislava to Zürich from $120

Next train departures

Next departures for Bratislava to Zürich on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:16am	Železničná stanica Bratislava-Petržalka	9h 4m	1:20pm	Zurich HB	Cheapest
Train	6:32am	Petržalka žel.st.	8h 48m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	6:00am	Hlavná stanica	9h 20m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Zürich on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:00am	Hlavná stanica	9h 20m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
Train	6:32am	Petržalka žel.st.	8h 48m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Train	6:00am	Hlavná stanica	9h 20m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	6:32am	Petržalka žel.st.	8h 48m	3:20pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bratislava to Zürich

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

400 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $135	Average Duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $221	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bratislava and Zürich?

Bratislava

A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland

Train Companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Slovak Rail ticket prices on this trip start at $65

Train and bus companies in CH:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bratislava to Zürich by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bratislava to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Bratislava to Zürich start from $65. The average price for this train route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bratislava to Zürich?
The average train ride duration from Bratislava to Zürich is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 400 miles (645 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 48m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Bratislava to Zürich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bratislava to Zürich?
The earliest train departs from Bratislava to Zürich at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$113

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$121

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The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $113

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bratislava to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $113 to $200 for a train ticket from Bratislava to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2025-12-13.