To Bratislava by train
With ICE, Regional Express and night train
Quickly to the heart of Bratislava
- From € 57 one-way trip
- Travel time of 12.15 hrs from Amsterdam
- Change trains 1x
- Tip! Early booking = lowest prices
Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and is located along the River Danube. It is a charming city, not big but with plenty to see. At the top of the hill, there is a castle with a lengthy history. In the city itself, the interesting sights are within walking distance. Renting a bike is also highly recommended!
Travel information Bratislava
Going for a city getaway to Slovakia and Bratislava or a longer holiday? The train will take you comfortably to your destination. Take the ICE International to Frankfurt and Vienna and then catch the Regional Express. You can also travel to Vienna by night train and catch a train to Bratislava.
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner.
Prices train tickets to Bratislava
No trip is the same. We know that only too well, which is why we offer a suitable rate for every travel situation.
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Book in advance and save money!
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose the ticket with the lowest fare. The best rate for the price-conscious travellers.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Facilities on board
Read more about all the facilities on board, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.
Read more about ICE International facilities
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View the itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).
Seat reservation
In summer 2025 from 28 May to 31 August, seat reservation is compulsory. This reservation is free if you select it during booking. At other times, reserving a seat is not compulsory. However, we do recommend it. You will receive a confirmation after booking that includes the carriage number and your seat number.
Do you have a train ticket between the Netherlands and Germany without a seat reservation? And want to make sure you can sit down? Then you can reserve a seat online.
Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket.