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Žilina to Prešov Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Žilina and Prešov. The average train journey from Žilina to Prešov takes 3 hours and 3 minutes, but some Leo Express train trips are as short as 3 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 114 mi (183 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 1m |
| Lowest price | $7.07 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Leo Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Žilina to Prešov?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Žilina to Prešov. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 2 | 3h 3m | $14.60 |
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 Žilina to Prešov
The distance between Žilina and Prešov is approximately 114 miles, or 183 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 1 minute.
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 Žilina to Prešov 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Žilina at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 Žilina twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Prešov 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 Prešov 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 Prešov?
Main arrival station: AS - na zast. MHD
Prešov has one train station.
All train stations in Prešov:
AS - na zast. MHD
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