How to travel from Žilina to Vienna

There are 2 options to travel between Žilina and Vienna including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Žilina to Vienna is a train with an average price of kr160.

This is compared to other travel options from Žilina to Vienna:

A train is kr21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Žilina to Vienna costing on average kr181.

The fastest way to travel from Žilina to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 51m.

The distance from Žilina to Vienna is approximately 128 miles (207 km).

The average frequency per day from Žilina to Vienna is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Žilina and Vienna as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Žilina to Vienna:

• Trains mostly depart from Žilina station and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště and arrive in Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Žilina to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Eurobus SK to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Regionalzug, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) to go to Vienna by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Žilina to Vienna:

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Eurobus SK.

Omio customers who travel from Žilina to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.