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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Košice to Žilina
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Košice to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Košice to Žilina will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Košice for Žilina every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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 train and coach for Košice to Žilina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Košice to Žilina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 192 km
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Košice to Žilina train times
The table below shows live departures for Košice to Žilina trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:42 Košice | 3h05 | 23:47 Žilina | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 02:50 Košice | 3h01 | 05:51 Žilina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Košice to Žilina
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Trains from Košice to Žilina run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:19 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Leo Express, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Košice to Žilina trainsRegiojet, Leo Express, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Košice and Žilina from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
Leo Express
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Košice to Žilina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Košice 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
Important Stations and Airports in Košice and Žilina
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Staničné námestie.
- Med Malina
- Villa Regia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice
- Hotel Yasmin Kosice
- Boutique Hotel Maraton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 2, 4, 6, 9
Accessibility
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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