The cheapest and fastest trains from Žilina to Ružomberok
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€2
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Žilina to Ružomberok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Ružomberok will cost around €2 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 1 trains that leave Žilina for Ružomberok on Sun, Dec 21, 1 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 44 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 49 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Žilina to Ružomberok
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Ružomberok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 44 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€2 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Žilina to Ružomberok train times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Ružomberok 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:53 PM Žilina | 0h54 | 6:47 PM Ružomberok | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Žilina | 0h49 | 1:29 AM Ružomberok | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Žilina to Ružomberok
Trains from Žilina to Ružomberok run on average 3 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 49m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Leo Express, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Ukrainian Railways (UZ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Žilina to Ružomberok trainsLeo Express, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Ukrainian Railways (UZ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Žilina and Ružomberok from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Leo Express
Ukrainian Railways (UZ)
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Trains from Žilina to Ružomberok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina to Ružomberok 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 Ružomberok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Žilina, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ružomberok, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Žilina to Ružomberok
- 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


