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The cheapest and fastest trains from Žilina to Munich
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £29
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £105
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 8 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 11 h 12 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 539 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Žilina to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Munich will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
To travel from Žilina to Munich you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich)0:46 10h59 Žilina station 11:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) £29 1 One-way 1 change- RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich)
6:54 11h21 Žilina station 18:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) £31 1 One-way 1 change 
EX 526 · REX 2537 · RJ 820 · REX 594020:33 12h01 Žilina station 8:34 Munich Hbf £148 1 One-way 5 changes- EX 616 · REX 2527 · RJX 19972+
7940415:32 8h46 Žilina station 0:18 Munich Hbf £157 1 One-way 3 changes - EX 618 · REX 2529 · RJX 664 · 27998
16:32 12h52 Žilina station 5:24 Munich Ost £158 1 One-way 4 changes
- EX 616 · REX 2527 · RJX 19972+79404
15:32 8h46 Žilina station 0:18 Munich Hbf £157 1 One-way 3 changes - RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich)
0:46 10h59 Žilina station 11:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) £29 1 One-way 1 change - RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich)
6:54 11h21 Žilina station 18:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) £31 1 One-way 1 change - EX 526 · REX 2537 · RJ 820 · REX 5940
20:33 12h01 Žilina station 8:34 Munich Hbf £148 1 One-way 5 changes - EX 618 · REX 2529 · RJX 664 · 27998
16:32 12h52 Žilina station 5:24 Munich Ost £158 1 One-way 4 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Žilina to Munich
Slovakia
Germany
Trains from Žilina to Munich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 539 km distance in 6h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 539 km |
Average train duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Žilina to Munich trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Žilina to Munich.
The cost of a train ticket from Žilina to Munich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Žilina to Munich covers a distance of 539 km and takes approximately 6h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Žilina to Munich is 539 km.
The first train from Žilina to Munich leaves at 0:40.
The last train from Žilina to Munich departs at 23:51.
Trains from Žilina to Munich run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Žilina to Munich.
Live departures
Žilina to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Munich trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:46 Žilina | 13h29 | 12:15 Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:46 Žilina | 13h29 | 13:15 Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 November | |||||
| RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich) | 0:46 Žilina station | 10h59 | 11:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Prague -> Munich) | 6:54 Žilina station | 11h21 | 18:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 change | |
| EX 616 · REX 2527 · RJX 19972+79404 | 15:32 Žilina station | 8h46 | 0:18 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
| EX 618 · REX 2529 · RJX 664 · 27998 | 16:32 Žilina station | 12h52 | 5:24 Munich Ost | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Žilina to Munich trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Žilina to Munich.
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Žilina to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Žilina and Munich from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
6h 57m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Žilina and Munich
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Žilina to Munich.
Complete guide to Munich
Things to do in Munich
Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
- Must visit
Alte Pinakothek
Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.
- Recommended
Pinakothek der Moderne
Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.
- Must visit
Marienplatz
Munich's central square, surrounded by historic buildings and markets, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
- Must visit
Englischer Garten
Large urban park with riverside paths, meadows and beer gardens, perfect for walks, cycling and people-watching.
- Recommended
Odeonsplatz
Elegant square and pedestrian area known for high-end shops, arcades and a refined city-centre atmosphere.
Weisswurst
White veal and pork sausages traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels; a classic Munich speciality tied to Bavarian beer culture.
Schweinshaxe
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a hearty staple in Bavarian inns and beer halls.
Haxn
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, often paired with dumplings and gravy; one of Munich’s most iconic beer hall dishes.
Augustiner-Keller
Large traditional beer hall and restaurant known for roast pork, dumplings and its own beer, with a bustling old-Munich atmosphere.
Hofbräuhaus München
Historic beer hall near Marienplatz serving classic Bavarian dishes, Munich beer and lively communal dining in a traditional setting.
Der Pschorr
Well-known Bavarian restaurant by Viktualienmarkt, popular for weisswurst, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a polished but local setting.
Euro (€)
Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
MVGO
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €4.10
- Day pass
- €9.70
To the city centre
Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Buy and validate the correct MVV ticket before travel unless you use a digital ticket in the official app.
- Card payment is available in the official apps; on-vehicle and station machine payment options vary, so app purchase is the safest choice.
Plan your visit to Munich
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The train journey from Žilina to Munich is indeed scenic, offering picturesque views of the Slovak and Bavarian countryside, with rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of lush forests along the route.
FAQs: Žilina to Munich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Žilina to Munich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Žilina to Munich.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Žilina and Munich
Most Žilina to Munich trains use the Žilina to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Žilina and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Žilina
Arrival train stations in Munich
Which Žilina station do trains to Munich leave from?
Trains from Žilina to Munich leave from Žilina. The station is 1 km from Žilina city centre at Národná 1, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia.
ŽilinaNárodná 1, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia+421 41 562 22 22
City-centre transport
Getting to Žilina from Žilina city centre
TrainOs 3501, Os 3503, Os 3505, Os 3507, Os 3509, Os 3513, Os 3517, Os 3519, Os 3521, Os 3523, Os 3525, Os 3527, Os 3529, Os 3533 · 4m · £1 · every ~1 min
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.
Which Munich station do trains from Žilina arrive at?
Trains from Žilina to Munich most often arrive at München Hbf. Some services arrive at München Ost, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Munich arrival station.
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · £2 · every ~12 min
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München OstMünchen Ost, Orleansplatz 11, 81667 München
City-centre transport
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS8, S1, S2, S3, S6, S4, S5 · 5m · £1 · every ~61 min
Drf, 961, 963, 965, 967, 969 · 8m · £2 · every ~1 min
Bus62 · 11m · every ~15 min
N45 · 22m · £3
Tram21, N19 · 17m · £3 · every ~13 min
SubwayU5 · 4m · £3 · every ~20 min
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Train stations for Žilina to Munich
Check train stations information for Žilina and Munich, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Žilina that goes to Munich is Žilina, and it arrives at München Hbf.
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