Next train departures

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	7:27pm	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	5:21pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	7:27pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	7:27pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	6:21pm	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	8:27pm	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Bratislava to Žilina on August 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:37pm	Hlavná stanica	2h 42m	10:19pm	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 6m	6:27am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:21am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	1h 59m	7:20am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	5:26am	Bratislava-Vinohrady	2h 28m	7:54am	Žilina, SK	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bratislava to Žilina

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Žilina. The journey takes about 2 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42train per day

2h 12mAverage Duration

168 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 279 - ZAR 498	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 184 - ZAR 348	Average Duration2h 12m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bratislava and Žilina?

Bratislava

A
Nové Mesto
Tomášikova 3496/56, 831 03 Bratislava, Slovakia
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B
Bratislava Airport
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia

Žilina

A
Žilina, SK
Pavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
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B
Zilina Autobusova Stanica
1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
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Train companies

Slovak Rail

3.5/537 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi2.8

RegioJet

4.1/51,085 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.8

SK train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn Regio, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Žilina?
The cheapest train tickets from Bratislava to Žilina start at ZAR 184. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bratislava to Žilina?
The average train trip from Bratislava to Žilina takes 2h 12m and covers 168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Bratislava to Žilina route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 42 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bratislava to Žilina?
The earliest train from Bratislava to Žilina departs at 4:15am. The latest train departs at 7:37pm.
What is the best train operator from Bratislava 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 1083 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava 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 best on-time performance from Bratislava to Žilina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bratislava 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 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08-01

ZAR 168

08-02

ZAR 143

Today

ZAR 143

08-04

ZAR 143

08-05

ZAR 169

08-06

ZAR 169

08-07

ZAR 169

08-08

ZAR 169

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Žilina was searched and found on Aug 2, 2026 with a price of ZAR 143

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bratislava to Žilina, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 143 to ZAR 309 for a train ticket from Bratislava to Žilina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 143 which is on 2026-08-04.

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 Bratislava to Žilina?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 40m	Avg PriceZAR 338	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 12m	Avg PriceZAR 213	Daily Departures42

The best way to travel between Bratislava 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 ZAR 213 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from ZAR 184. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Žilina, choose the train, as it will take you from Bratislava to Žilina in about 2h 12m —that's the fastest way to get there!