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Compare 2 ways to travel from Žilina to Košice
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 3 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just €10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Žilina and Košice?
Žilina
- APavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- B1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
Košice
- AStaničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
- BStaničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Žilina to Košice by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Žilina to Košice?
The cheapest train tickets from Žilina to Košice start from €10. The average price for this train route is around €14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Žilina to Košice?
The average train journey time from Žilina to Košice is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 193 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Žilina to Košice route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Leo Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Žilina to Košice?
The earliest train from Žilina to Košice departs at 01:24. And the latest train departs at 20:31.
Which is the best train operator from Žilina to Košice?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1067 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Žilina to Košice?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Žilina to Košice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Žilina to Košice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Leo Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Košice was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Žilina to Košice as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Žilina to Košice?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Žilina and Košice is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Košice, choose the train, as it will take you from Žilina to Košice in about 3h 22m – that's the fastest way to get there!