The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Žilina
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Žilina will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Vienna for Žilina on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)
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(Vienna -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vienna to Žilina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Žilina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 207 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Žilina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Žilina buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 4h20 | 1:45 PM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h00 | 1:45 PM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 10:45 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h14 | 6:59 PM Žilina station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 4h45 | 1:15 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h20 | 1:15 AM Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Žilina
Buses from Vienna to Žilina run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:46, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 207 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 207 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:46 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK from Vienna to ŽilinaYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Žilina with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Eurobus SK for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Žilina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Žilina by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Žilina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Žilina
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
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