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Compare 2 ways to go from Žilina to Košice
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Košice. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Žilina and Košice?
Žilina
- APavla Országha Hviezdoslava 9, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
- B1. mája 735/30, 010 01 Žilina, Slovakia
Košice
- AStaničné námestie 1459/11, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia
- BStaničné nám. 9,, 040 01 Košice, Slovensko
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Žilina to Košice 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 Košice?
The cheapest train tickets from Žilina to Košice start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $15. 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 Košice?
The average train ride duration from Žilina to Košice is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 120 miles (193 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Slovak Rail.
Which train operators service the Žilina to Košice route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 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 Košice?
The earliest train departs from Žilina to Košice at 12:03am. And the latest train departs at 8:31pm.
What is the best train operator from Žilina to Košice?
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 1057 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Žilina to Košice?
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 Košice?
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 Žilina to Košice?
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 Košice was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Žilina to Košice, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $83 for a train ticket from Žilina to Košice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-03.
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 Žilina to Košice?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Žilina and Košice is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Košice, choose the train, as it will take you from Žilina to Košice in about 3h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!
