What is the cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Wachau?

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Wachau is to train which costs €30 - €75 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bratislava to Wachau?

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Wachau is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Bratislava and Wachau?

No, there is no direct bus from Bratislava to Wachau. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at Wachau Schloss via Prague and Radeberg Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Wachau?

No, there is no direct train from Bratislava to Wachau. However, there are services departing from Bratislava hl.st. and arriving at Radeberg via Dresden-Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Wachau?

The distance between Bratislava and Wachau is 604 km. The road distance is 478.8 km.

How do I travel from Bratislava to Wachau without a car?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Wachau without a car is to train which takes 8h 31m and costs €30 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Bratislava to Wachau?

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Bratislava to Wachau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Wachau bus from?

Bratislava to Wachau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Wachau train from?

Bratislava to Wachau train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Bratislava hl.st. station.

Train or bus from Bratislava to Wachau?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Wachau is to train which takes 8h 31m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €95 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Bratislava to Wachau bus arrive?

Bratislava to Wachau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prague station.

Where does the Bratislava to Wachau train arrive?

Bratislava to Wachau train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Dresden-Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Wachau?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Wachau is 479 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Bratislava to Wachau.

Where can I stay near Wachau?

There are 2039+ hotels available in Wachau.

Bratislava to Wachau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bratislava to Wachau by train, bus, night train, or car

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1. Take the train from Bratislava hl.st. to Dresden-Neustadttrain rj 174
8h 31m
€33–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Praguebus 260 / ...
2. Take the bus from Prague to Dresden central stationbus 060 / ...
9h 3m
€46–94
Night train
1. Take the night train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Dresden-Neustadtnighttrain En
9h 31m
€75–128
Drive 478.8 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Wachaucar 478.8 km
4h 57m
€73–105
Train via Dresden Hbf
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
8h 35m
€87–145

Bratislava to Wachau by train and bus

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Distance: 604.3 km
Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Bratislava, Slovakia and Wachau, Germany?

Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Bratislava hl.st. to Dresden-Neustadt twice daily. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Wachau Schloss via Prague, Dresden central station, Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Radeberg Bahnhof, and Radeberg Bahnhof in around 9h 3m.

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