The average train between Preston and Bratislava takes 25h 22m and the fastest train takes 19h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston to Bratislava. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Preston and Bratislava. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Bratislava at 11:44 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 25h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Preston to Bratislava? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Bratislava station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 22m.
Preston to Bratislava train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Bratislava train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Bratislava-Petrzalka station.
Book your Preston to Bratislava train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Eurostar and 6 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Bratislava is 1,515 km. The road distance is 2,146 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Bratislava-Petrzalka via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Stuttgart Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 18h 41m.