Trains tickets from Košice to Žilina

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TodayMay 23
from $12
TomorrowMay 24
from $10
SunMay 25
from $11
MonMay 26
from $11
TueMay 27
from $10
WedMay 28
from $10
ThuMay 29
FriMay 30

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Košice
    Departure location: Železničná stanica
    Arrival time: May 25 at
    Destination city: Žilina
    Destination location: Vlaková stanica
    Operated by: Leo ExpressLeo Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Košice
    Departure location: Kosice Train Station
    Arrival time: May 24 at
    Destination city: Žilina
    Destination location: Žilina, SK
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Košice
    Departure location: Železničná stanica
    Arrival time: May 24 at
    Destination city: Žilina
    Destination location: Vlaková stanica
    Operated by: Leo ExpressLeo Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Košice
    Departure location: Kosice Train Station
    Arrival time: May 24 at
    Destination city: Žilina
    Destination location: Žilina, SK
    Operated by: RegioJetRegioJet
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Košice
    Departure location: Kosice Train Station
    Arrival time: May 24 at
    Destination city: Žilina
    Destination location: Žilina, SK
    Operated by: Slovak RailSlovak Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Košice to Žilina.

Bus
Average Price$16 - $57Average Duration4h 10m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$8 - $25Average Duration3h 20m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Košice to Žilina

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Žilina. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19train per day
3h 20mAverage Duration
$8Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Košice to Žilina: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$15
Average train trip duration3h 20m
Number of daily trains19
Earliest train departure3:42am
Distance120 miles (192 km)
Latest train departure11:45pm

Košice to Žilina Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/21
$9
05/22
$9
Today
$10
05/24
$8
05/25
$8
05/26
$8
05/27
$8
05/28
$8
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Košice to Žilina was searched and found on May 24, 2025 with a price of $8

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 $8 to $75 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 $8 which is on 2025-05-24.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Košice to Žilina is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Žilina, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Košice and Žilina, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Košice to Žilina while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

What's the cheapest way to go from Košice to Žilina?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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 $15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. 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!

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