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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Žilina to Vrchlabí. Traveling by train from Žilina to Vrchlabí usually takes around 9 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest RegioJet train can make the trip in 9 hours and 42 minutes.
Distance | 170 mi (273 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 42m |
Lowest price | €16.66 |
Most frequent service | RegioJet |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Žilina to Vrchlabí?
RegioJet is the one and only train line which connects Žilina to Vrchlabí. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
RegioJet | 2 | 9h 47m | €16.76 |
RegioJet train tickets from Žilina to Vrchlabí start from €17, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 RegioJet schedules to Vrchlabí. RegioJet in Žilina leaves from P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9 . And in Vrchlabí trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Žilina to Vrchlabí train travel on RegioJet takes 9 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Vrchlabí faster, RegioJet offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 42 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Žilina and Vrchlabí is approximately 170 miles, or 273 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 42 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 Žilina to Vrchlabí are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Žilina at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 06:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Žilina twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Vrchlabí to Žilina.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Žilina?
Main departure station: P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
There is one train station in Žilina.
All train stations in Žilina:
P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
Where is the train station in Vrchlabí?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Vrchlabí has one train station.
Train stations in Vrchlabí:
Train Station
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