The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Žilina
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Žilina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Žilina will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Žilina without transferring at least once.
REX 8+
EX 609
REX 8+
EX 613
REX 8+
EX 611
REX 8+
EX 617
IC 544+
REX 8+
EX 613
REX 8+
EX 609
REX 8+
EX 613
REX 8+
EX 611
REX 8+
EX 617
REX 8+
EX 615Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vienna to Žilina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Žilina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
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€25 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Žilina train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Žilina trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:42 PM Vienna | 4h42 | 11:24 PM Žilina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
REX 8+ EX 609 | 5:14 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h16 | 8:30 AM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 553+ REX 8+ EX 611 | 5:33 AM Vienna Airport | 3h57 | 9:30 AM Žilina station | 2 transfers | |
REX 8+ EX 611 | 6:14 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h16 | 9:30 AM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
IC 544+ REX 8+ EX 613 | 6:33 AM Vienna Airport | 3h57 | 10:30 AM Žilina station | 2 transfers | |
REX 8+ EX 613 | 7:14 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h16 | 10:30 AM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 546+ REX 8+ EX 615 | 7:33 AM Vienna Airport | 3h57 | 11:30 AM Žilina station | 2 transfers | |
REX 8+ EX 615 | 8:14 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h16 | 11:30 AM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
REX 8+ EX 617 | 9:14 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h16 | 12:30 PM Žilina station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 4:36 PM Vienna Hbf | 9h02 | 1:38 AM Žilina station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Žilina
Trains from Vienna to Žilina run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet from Vienna to Žilina trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Vienna and Žilina from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Regiojet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Žilina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Žilina by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Žilina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Žilina
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Gigergasse.
- Restaurant Steirereck
- Plachutta Wollzeile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hilton Vienna Park
- InterContinental Vienna
- Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for S-Bahn and City Airport Train
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S7
- U-Bahn: U3, U4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Národná Street.
- Restaurant Dubná Skala
- Pizzeria Vulcano
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Žilina
- Hotel Dubná Skala
- Hotel Slovakia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-5
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 14
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