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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 | Žilina, SK | Hlavní nádraží | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Žilina, SK | Hlavní nádraží | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Žilina, SK | Hlavní nádraží | No tags | ||||
| Train | Žilina, SK | Prague Liben Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Žilina, SK | Hlavní nádraží | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Žilina to Prague
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 5 hours 17 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 Žilina and Prague?
Žilina
- APavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- B1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
Prague
- A300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
- B
Praha hl.n
Prague Main Railway Station, 120 00 Praha-Praha 2, Czechia - CKřižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
- DAviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
- ETomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
- FChlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Žilina to Prague 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 Prague?
The cheapest train tickets from Žilina to Prague start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $44. 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 Žilina to Prague?
The average train ride duration from Žilina to Prague is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 202 miles (325 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Žilina to Prague route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Slovak Rail, RegioJet, Leo Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Žilina to Prague?
The earliest train departs from Žilina to Prague at 12:46am. And the latest train departs at 5:57pm.
What is the best train operator from Žilina to Prague?
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 1069 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Žilina to Prague?
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 Žilina to Prague?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Žilina to Prague?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Leo Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Prague was searched and found on Mar 18, 2026 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 Žilina to Prague, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $64 for a train ticket from Žilina to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-03-18.
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.
