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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Žilina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Žilina. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Košice and Žilina?
Košice
- AStaničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
- BStaničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
Žilina
- APavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- B1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Košice to Žilina by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Košice to Žilina?
The cheapest train tickets from Košice to Žilina start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Košice to Žilina?
The average train ride duration from Košice to Žilina is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 120 miles (193 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Košice to Žilina route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Leo Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Košice to Žilina?
The earliest train departs from Košice to Žilina at 3:42am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.
What is the best train operator from Košice to Žilina?
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 1058 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Košice to Žilina?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Košice to Žilina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Košice to Žilina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Slovak Rail, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Košice to Žilina was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Košice to Žilina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $71 for a train ticket from Košice to Žilina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-14.
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 Košice to Žilina?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Košice and Žilina is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Žilina, choose the train, as it will take you from Košice to Žilina in about 3h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!
