The cheapest and fastest trains from Ostrava to Žilina
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ostrava to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostrava to Žilina will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ostrava for Žilina on Sun, Dec 21, 2 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 trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.




Live departures
Ostrava to Žilina train times
The table below shows live departures for Ostrava to Žilina trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:25 PM Ostrava | 1h39 | 5:04 PM Žilina | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Ostrava | 1h36 | 10:01 PM Žilina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ostrava to Žilina
Trains from Ostrava to Žilina run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy from Ostrava to Žilina trainsRegiojet, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy trains will get you between Ostrava and Žilina from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Leo Express
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Ostrava to Žilina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostrava 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 Ostrava, hlavní nádraží, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 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 Ostrava to Žilina
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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