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Compare 2 ways to go 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 $16, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Žilina to Bratislava 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 Žilina to Bratislava?
The cheapest train tickets from Žilina to Bratislava start at $16. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Žilina to Bratislava?
The average train trip from Žilina to Bratislava takes 2h 2m and covers 170 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators serve the Žilina to Bratislava route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 41 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Žilina to Bratislava?
The earliest train from Žilina to Bratislava departs at 3:03am. The latest train departs at 9:32pm.
What is the best train operator from Žilina to Bratislava?
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 Žilina to Bratislava?
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 Žilina to Bratislava?
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 Bratislava?
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 Žilina to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $12To 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 $12 to $27 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 $12 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 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 $18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $16. 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!
