The cheapest and fastest trains from Žilina to Brno
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Žilina to Brno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Brno will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 9 trains that leave Žilina for Brno every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno)
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno)
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno)
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague)
Ex 604 · EC 278
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague)
Ex 502 · EC 130 · rj 252
Ex 604 · EC 278
Ex 46 · rj 174
R 348 · EC 116 · rj 251Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Žilina to Brno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Brno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 155 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Žilina to Brno train times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Brno trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) | 23:46 Žilina station | 6h19 | 06:05 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 17 December | |||||
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 05:12 Žilina station | 4h00 | 09:12 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144 · rj 55 | 05:35 Žilina station | 4h38 | 10:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) | 05:54 Žilina station | 5h11 | 11:05 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 1 change | |
Ex 46 · rj 174 | 06:32 Žilina station | 4h09 | 10:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Ex 502 · EC 130 · rj 252 | 07:33 Žilina station | 4h08 | 11:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 348 · EC 116 · rj 251 | 07:35 Žilina station | 4h38 | 12:13 Brno hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
Ex 604 · EC 278 | 08:32 Žilina station | 4h09 | 12:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) | 10:03 Žilina station | 5h02 | 15:05 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Žilina to Brno
Trains from Žilina to Brno run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 00:49 |
Last train 22:36 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Leo Express, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Žilina to Brno trainsRegiojet, Leo Express, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Žilina and Brno from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Leo Express
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
FAQs: Žilina to Brno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina to Brno 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 Brno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Žilina and Brno
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka
- Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Grandhotel Brno
- Hotel Continental
- Hotel Slavia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Austria, Slovakia, Germany, and regional destinations
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Bus: Several lines available
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