The cheapest and fastest trains from Bratislava to Žilina
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Žilina will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bratislava for Žilina on Tue, Nov 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)
RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina)Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Žilina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 169 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bratislava to Žilina train times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Žilina trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 6:35 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2h02 | 8:37 PM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bratislava to Žilina
Trains from Bratislava to Žilina run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 00:49 |
Last train 20:39 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Bratislava to Žilina trainsRegiojet, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Bratislava and Žilina from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bratislava to Žilina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Žilina by train. 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 train, 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 train most frequently from Bratislava hlavná stanica, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Žilina, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bratislava to Žilina
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Šancová Street.
- Fach Restaurant
- Savoy Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Matyšák
- Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel
- Loft Hotel Bratislava
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 210
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Národná Street.
- Restaurant Dubná Skala
- Pizzeria Vulcano
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Žilina
- Hotel Dubná Skala
- Hotel Slovakia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-5
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 14
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