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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between České Budějovice and Žilina. The average train journey from České Budějovice to Žilina takes 11 hours, but some Leo Express train trips are as short as 8 hours and 2 minutes.
| Distance | 194 mi (311 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 0m |
| Lowest price | £14.52 |
| Most frequent service | RegioJet |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from České Budějovice to Žilina?
2 train services operate from České Budějovice to Žilina. RegioJet usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 2 | 8h 19m | £22.17 |
| RegioJet | 2 | 10h 58m | £19.06 |
Leo Express is a prominent private train company based in Czechia, offering seamless connections between multiple cities across four countries. With a dedicated team of 320 professionals managing an extensive network of routes, Leo Express provides a multitude of daily trips. The company serves various destinations within the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Poland. Passengers can enjoy onboard amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary refreshments for select ticket holders across different travel classes.
RegioJet train tickets from České Budějovice to Žilina start from £15, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 RegioJet schedules to Žilina. RegioJet in České Budějovice leaves from Nádražní 1759 . And in Žilina trains arrive at P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9 .
From České Budějovice to Žilina train travel on RegioJet takes 10 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to Žilina faster, RegioJet offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, RegioJet offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Žilina.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between České Budějovice and Žilina is approximately 194 miles, or 311 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 2 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from České Budějovice to Žilina are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs České Budějovice at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Žilina to České Budějovice.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in České Budějovice?
Main departure station: Nádražní 1759
There is one train station in České Budějovice.
All train stations in České Budějovice:
Nádražní 1759
Where is the train station in Žilina?
Main arrival station: P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
Žilina has one train station.
Train stations in Žilina:
P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
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