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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hlavní nádraží | Žilina, SK | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Prague Liben Train Station | Žilina, SK | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Hlavní nádraží | Vlaková stanica | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hlavní nádraží | Žilina, SK | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Prague to Žilina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Žilina. The journey takes about 5 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Prague and Žilina?
Prague
- A300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
- BKřižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
- CAviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
- DChlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
- ETomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
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Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia
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 Prague 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 Prague to Žilina?
The cheapest train tickets from Prague to Žilina start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $41. 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 Prague to Žilina?
The average train ride duration from Prague to Žilina is 5h 4m, covering a distance of 202 miles (325 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 28m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Prague to Žilina route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, Leo Express, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Prague to Žilina?
The earliest train departs from Prague to Žilina at 5:52am. And the latest train departs at 10:16pm.
What is the best train operator from Prague 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 Prague 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 Prague 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 Prague 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 Prague to Žilina was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Prague to Žilina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $96 for a train ticket from Prague to Žilina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-16.
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.
