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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Žilina
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 18
23
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Žilina will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 23 trains from Prague to Žilina, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 325 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)5:41 AM7h11Prague hlavní nádraží12:52 PMŽilina station€131One-way1 transfer
LE12637:23 PM5h17Prague hlavní nádraží12:40 AMŽilina station€171One-way0 transfers- LE12637:30 PM5h10Praha-Libeň12:40 AMŽilina station€171One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)+LE12535:41 AM10h12Prague hlavní nádraží3:53 PMŽilina station€191One-way1 transfer
- RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)9:03 PM5h38Prague hlavní nádraží2:41 AMŽilina station€211One-way0 transfers
- LE12637:30 PM5h10Praha-Libeň12:40 AMŽilina station€171One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM5h11Prague hlavní nádraží12:52 PMŽilina station€271One-way0 transfers
- LE12637:23 PM5h17Prague hlavní nádraží12:40 AMŽilina station€171One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)2:41 PM5h18Prague hlavní nádraží7:59 PMŽilina station€451One-way0 transfers
- LE125310:30 AM5h23Praha-Libeň3:53 PMŽilina station€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Prague to Žilina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Žilina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a bus costs an average of €35.
Distance: 325 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Žilina:
A train is €23 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Žilina costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Žilina take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Live departures
Prague to Žilina train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Žilina trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 11:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h18 | 7:59 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 1:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h18 | 7:59 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 2:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h18 | 7:59 PM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LE1263 | 7:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h17 | 12:40 AM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LE1263 | 7:30 PM Praha-Libeň | 5h10 | 12:40 AM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h56 | 2:41 AM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)+LE1253 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h12 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h11 | 12:52 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h11 | 12:52 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)+LE1253 | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h12 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h11 | 12:52 PM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h18 | 7:59 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)+LE1253 | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h12 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h18 | 7:59 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)+LE1253 | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h12 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
| LE1253 | 10:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h30 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LE1253 | 10:30 AM Praha-Libeň | 5h23 | 3:53 PM Žilina station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Žilina
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Slovakia
Trains from Prague to Žilina run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Žilina trainsČeské dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Prague 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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FAQs: Trains from Prague to Žilina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Žilina
Most Prague to Žilina trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Žilina station pair, with some services arriving at Zilina-Zariecie. Use this guide to compare Prague and Žilina train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Žilina leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha Libeň from Prague city centre
Praha Libeň is 5 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Libeň train station facilities and services
Praha Libeň has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha Libeň.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha Libeň.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Libeň: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Libeň: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Libeň.
Which Žilina station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Žilina from Žilina city centre
Žilina train station facilities and services
Žilina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Dubná Skala, Pizzeria Vulcano
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Žilina. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Žilina. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Žilina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Žilina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Žilina: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Žilina, Hotel Dubná Skala, Hotel Slovakia.
Getting to Zilina-Zariecie from Žilina city centre
Zilina-Zariecie train station facilities and services
Zilina-Zariecie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Zilina-Zariecie.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Zilina-Zariecie.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zilina-Zariecie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Zilina-Zariecie: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zilina-Zariecie.
Getting to Zilina-Solinky from Žilina city centre
Zilina-Solinky is 2 km from Žilina city centre. Public transport options include:
Zilina-Solinky train station facilities and services
Zilina-Solinky has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Zilina-Solinky. ATMs are available at Zilina-Solinky.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zilina-Solinky.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zilina-Solinky: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zilina-Solinky: Not all areas are accessible for disabled users.
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