The cheapest and fastest trains from Žilina to Prague
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Žilina to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Prague will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 45 trains that leave Žilina for Prague every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 325 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.
LE12500:175h51Žilina station6:08Praha-Libeň£111One-way0 changes
LE12500:175h58Žilina station6:15Prague hlavní nádraží£111One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)0:465h00Žilina station5:46Prague hlavní nádraží£161One-way0 changes
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)6:545h38Žilina station12:32Praha-Zahradní Město£161One-way0 changes
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)6:545h24Žilina station12:18Prague hlavní nádraží£161One-way0 changes
SC 24017:574h45Žilina station22:42Prague hlavní nádraží£271One-way0 changes
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)0:465h00Žilina station5:46Prague hlavní nádraží£161One-way0 changes
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)11:035h15Žilina station16:18Prague hlavní nádraží£251One-way0 changes
EC 14210:355h17Žilina station15:52Prague hlavní nádraží£271One-way0 changes
EC 14014:355h17Žilina station19:52Prague hlavní nádraží£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Žilina to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 325 km
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5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Žilina to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Prague trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 10726 · EC 122 | 15:02 Žilina station | 5h50 | 20:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10726 · EC 122 · SC 500 | 15:02 Žilina station | 5h24 | 20:26 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 344 · EC 112 | 16:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 21:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
SC 240 | 17:57 Žilina station | 4h45 | 22:42 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
Ex 624 · EN 476 | 19:32 Žilina station | 7h37 | 3:09 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
LE1250 | 0:17 Žilina station | 5h58 | 6:15 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1250 | 0:17 Žilina station | 5h51 | 6:08 Praha-Libeň | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1250+ RJ 1002 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague) | 0:17 Žilina station | 9h01 | 9:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
LE1250+ RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 0:17 Žilina station | 5h29 | 5:46 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
LE1250+ RJ 1000 (Bohumín -> Prague) | 0:17 Žilina station | 8h02 | 8:19 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 0:46 Žilina station | 5h00 | 5:46 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · R 1100 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1000 (Bohumín -> Prague) | 0:46 Žilina station | 7h46 | 8:32 Praha-Zahradní Město | 2 changes | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1002 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague) | 0:46 Žilina station | 8h32 | 9:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1000 (Bohumín -> Prague) | 0:46 Žilina station | 7h33 | 8:19 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1004 (Opava východ -> Prague) | 0:46 Žilina station | 9h32 | 10:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)+ LE1254 | 0:46 Žilina station | 9h57 | 10:43 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EN 442 | 1:31 Žilina station | 5h55 | 7:26 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 680 · EC 282 | 3:04 Žilina station | 7h19 | 10:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 3302 · EC 222 | 4:37 Žilina station | 6h15 | 10:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 3302 · EC 222 · rj 512 | 4:37 Žilina station | 5h51 | 10:28 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 5:26 Žilina station | 7h30 | 12:56 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 5:26 Žilina station | 7h44 | 13:10 Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144 | 6:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 11:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 6:54 Žilina station | 5h38 | 12:32 Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 6:54 Žilina station | 5h24 | 12:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1010 (Havířov -> Prague) | 6:54 Žilina station | 7h24 | 14:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 6:54 Žilina station | 9h24 | 16:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) | 6:54 Žilina station | 11h24 | 18:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10710 · EC 220 | 7:02 Žilina station | 5h50 | 12:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10710 · EC 220 · SC 510 | 7:02 Žilina station | 5h26 | 12:28 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 348 · EC 116 | 8:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 13:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10714 · EC 128 | 9:02 Žilina station | 5h50 | 14:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 142 | 10:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 15:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 10718 · EC 126 | 11:02 Žilina station | 5h50 | 16:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10718 · EC 126 · SC 506 | 11:02 Žilina station | 5h26 | 16:28 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 11:03 Žilina station | 5h15 | 16:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 11:03 Žilina station | 5h29 | 16:32 Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) | 11:03 Žilina station | 7h15 | 18:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1018 (Havířov -> Prague) | 11:03 Žilina station | 11h16 | 22:19 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1016 (Havířov -> Prague) | 11:03 Žilina station | 9h15 | 20:18 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)+ LE1266 | 11:03 Žilina station | 8h40 | 19:43 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)+ LE414-PL | 11:03 Žilina station | 5h40 | 16:43 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 346 · EC 114 | 12:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 17:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 10722 · EC 124 · SC 504 | 13:02 Žilina station | 5h26 | 18:28 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 10722 · EC 124 | 13:02 Žilina station | 5h50 | 18:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 140 | 14:35 Žilina station | 5h17 | 19:52 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Žilina to Prague
Trains from Žilina to Prague run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Žilina to Prague trainsRegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Žilina and Prague from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Žilina to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Žilina and Prague
Most Žilina to Prague trains use the Žilina to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Zahradní Město. Use this guide to compare Žilina and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Žilina station do trains to Prague leave from?
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
Which Prague station do trains from Žilina arrive at?
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 Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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 Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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