What is the cheapest way to get from Germany to Slovakia?

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Slovakia is to night train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Germany to Slovakia?

The fastest way to get from Germany to Slovakia is to fly and bus which takes 4h 39m and costs €75 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Slovakia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Slovakia?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Slovakia. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Bratislava hl.st. via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Germany to Slovakia?

The distance between Germany and Slovakia is 626 km. The road distance is 657.7 km.

How do I travel from Germany to Slovakia without a car?

The best way to get from Germany to Slovakia without a car is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs €35 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Germany to Slovakia?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Germany to Slovakia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Slovakia bus from?

Germany to Slovakia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Slovakia train from?

Germany to Slovakia train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Slovakia?

The best way to get from Germany to Slovakia is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 10h.

Where does the Germany to Slovakia bus arrive?

Germany to Slovakia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where does the Germany to Slovakia train arrive?

Germany to Slovakia train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Bratislava hl.st. station.

Can I drive from Germany to Slovakia?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Slovakia is 658 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Germany to Slovakia.

How do I get a train ticket from Germany to Slovakia?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Germany to Slovakia?

Book your Germany to Slovakia bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Slovakia?

There are 2160+ hotels available in Slovakia.

Germany to Slovakia - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Germany to Slovakia by plane, bus, train, night train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Stuttgart Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane STR - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
4h 43m
€78–231
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Bratislava hl.st.train rj 175
9h 40m
€36–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivybus N360 / ...
10h
€45–85
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanicanighttrain En
11h 4m
€37–49
Fly from Frankfurt, bus
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
4h 39m
€77–189
Train to Munich International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Marienplatz to Flughafen Münchentrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane MUC - VIE
3. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
4h 56m
€103–268
Fly from Hamburg Airport, bus
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane HAM - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
4h 59m
€82–228
Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, bus
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BER - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
5h 7m
€72–194
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Most SNP Novy Mostbus
5h 6m
€82–221
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from S Ostbahnhof to Praha Hlavní nádražítrain Drf
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Bratislava Hlavna Stanicatrain Ic / ...
11h 1m
Drive 657.7 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Bratislavacar 657.7 km
6h 20m
€101–146

Germany to Slovakia by train

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9h 40mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 626.2 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Germany and Slovakia?

Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bratislava hl.st. twice daily. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 8h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy once daily. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 10h.

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