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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Žilina, SK | Hlavná stanica | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Žilina, SK | Bratislava-Vinohrady | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Žilina, SK | Bratislava-Vinohrady | No tags | ||||
| Train | Žilina, SK | Bratislava-Vinohrady | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Žilina to Bratislava
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bratislava. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Žilina and Bratislava?
Žilina
- APavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- B1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
Bratislava
- ATomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
- CNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Žilina to Bratislava by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Žilina to Bratislava cost?
The average train ticket price from Žilina to Bratislava is £10. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Žilina to Bratislava is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Žilina to Bratislava?
A train trip between Žilina and Bratislava is around 2h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 106 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Žilina and Bratislava?
The number of trains from Žilina to Bratislava can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Žilina to Bratislava by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Žilina to Bratislava?
When taking the train from Žilina to Bratislava, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Žilina to Bratislava?
Trains travelling between Žilina and Bratislava leave from Žilina, SK or Zilina Autobusova Stanica and arrive at Nové Mesto, Bratislava Airport, Most SNP.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Žilina to Bratislava was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Žilina to Bratislava as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £15 for a train ticket from Žilina to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-23.
Usually Slovak Rail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Žilina to Bratislava?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Žilina and Bratislava is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £10 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bratislava, choose the train, as it will take you from Žilina to Bratislava in about 2h 2m – that's the fastest way to get there!
