How much does a cheap train ticket from Košice to Žilina cost?

The average train ticket price from Košice to Žilina is $22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Žilina 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 trip from Košice to Žilina?

A train trip between Košice and Žilina is around 3h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 193 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Košice and Žilina?

The number of trains from Košice to Žilina can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Žilina by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Košice to Žilina?

When taking the train from Košice to Žilina, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Leo Express.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Košice to Žilina?

Trains travelling between Košice and Žilina leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Žilina, SK, Zilina Autobusova Stanica.

Train Košice to Žilina from $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	4h	3:19am	Vlaková stanica	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	4h	3:19am	Vlaková stanica	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42pm	Kosice Train Station	3h 5m	12:47am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	3h 13m	11:01am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19pm	Železničná stanica	4h	3:19am	Vlaková stanica	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	7:48am	Kosice Train Station	3h 13m	11:01am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

Next departures for Košice to Žilina on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42pm	Kosice Train Station	3h 5m	12:47am	Žilina, SK	Cheapest
Train	5:35am	Kosice Train Station	3h 2m	8:37am	Žilina, SK	Fastest
Train	3:42am	Železničná stanica	3h 59m	7:41am	Vlaková stanica	No tags
Train	3:50am	Kosice Train Station	3h 9m	6:59am	Žilina, SK	No tags
Train	4:07am	Kosice Train Station	3h 22m	7:29am	Žilina, SK	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice 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 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

193 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $103	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $40	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Košice

A
Kosice Train Station
Staničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
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B
AS
Staničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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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

3.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Leo Express

3.5/549 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.8

SK train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Košice to Žilina by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Košice to Žilina cost?
The average train ticket price from Košice to Žilina is $22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Košice to Žilina 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 trip from Košice to Žilina?
A train trip between Košice and Žilina is around 3h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 193 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Košice and Žilina?
The number of trains from Košice to Žilina can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Košice to Žilina by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Košice to Žilina?
When taking the train from Košice to Žilina, you can travel comfortably and safely with Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Leo Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Košice to Žilina?
Trains travelling between Košice and Žilina leave from Kosice Train Station or AS and arrive at Žilina, SK, Zilina Autobusova Stanica.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-23

$14

11-24

$12

Today

$9

11-26

$11

11-27

$12

11-28

$14

11-29

$12

11-30

$12

The cheapest trip from Košice to Žilina was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $9

To 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 $103 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 $11 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Leo Express 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 destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time4h 10m	Avg Price$26	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time3h 20m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures24

The 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 $22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $12. 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!