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Olomouc to Žilina Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Olomouc to Žilina?
There are usually 8 daily bus trips available from Olomouc to Žilina.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$17.42 | Avg. Price$14.26 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips8 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration5h 9m | Duration2h 45m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Olomouc and Žilina. The average train journey from Olomouc to Žilina takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, but some Leo Express train trips are as short as 2 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 72 mi (116 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 44m |
| Lowest price | $5.19 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Leo Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Olomouc to Žilina?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Olomouc to Žilina. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 2 | 2h 46m | $12.70 |
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Olomouc to Žilina
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Olomouc to Žilina on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Olomouc at 4:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 Olomouc twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Žilina with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Žilina to Olomouc.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Olomouc?
Main departure station: Central Station
There is one train station in Olomouc.
All train stations in Olomouc:
Central Station
Where is the train station in Žilina?
Main arrival station: P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
Žilina has one train station.
All train stations in Žilina:
P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
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