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Trip Summary
21 trains operate daily from Osnabrück to Žilina. The train trip from Osnabrück to Žilina is usually about 17 hours and 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 14 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 512 mi (825 km) |
| Fastest train | 14h 31m |
| Lowest price | €64.37 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Osnabrück to Žilina?
There are 3 train lines with service from Osnabrück to Žilina. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 15 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 17h 46m | €129.08 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 15 | 17h 26m | €120.47 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 17h 42m | €77.36 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Osnabrück to Žilina start from €64, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Žilina. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Osnabrück leaves from Osnabruck Central Station and 2 other stations. And in Žilina trains arrive at P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9 .
From Osnabrück to Žilina train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 17 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Žilina faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 14 hours and 31 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Osnabrück and Žilina is approximately 512 miles, or 825 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 14 hours and 31 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 departing from Osnabrück to Žilina tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Osnabrück at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 21 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.
City Information
Osnabrück
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One of the largest cities in the state of Lower Saxony, Osnabrück is an industrial city home to numerous automobile, paper, and steel companies. The city's pride is the Altstadt quarter, which has been meticulously reconstructed after suffering catastrophic damage during WWII. As a result, the quarter features many medieval buildings that retain their original splendor. The most notable is the Historic City Hall, featuring impressive Gothic architecture situated in a charming square. Also check out the historic St. Peter's Cathedral, a late-Romanesque cathedral founded in the 11th century.
For a focus on more natural splendor, the Botanischer Garten der Universität Osnabrück is a great place to start. Explore the garden's landscaped paths and glasshouse for palms until dinnertime. Then seek out some local specialties at Göttinger feldkieker, Ammerländer Schinken, or Lüneburger Heidschnucke.
Osnabrück offers tons of travel options, so it's easy to include a quick stop in the city during a tour of Germany. Nearby cities, including Bremen and Hanover are accessible on intercity buses. Several train lines, including Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain, also offer service throughout Germany, plus routes to farther destinations in Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Osnabrück?
Main departure station: Osnabruck Central Station
Osnabrück has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Žilina.
All train stations in Osnabrück:
Osnabruck Central Station
Osnabrück Altstadt
Osnabrück-Sutthausen
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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