The average train between Żywiec and Žilina takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Żywiec to Žilina. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Żywiec and Žilina. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Żywiec is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Žilina at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Zwardon and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Żywiec to Žilina? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Żywiec to Žilina. However, there are services departing from Żywiec station and arriving at Žilina station via Zwardon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Żywiec to Žilina train services, operated by Koleje Śląskie, depart from Zywiec station.
Żywiec to Žilina train services, operated by Koleje Śląskie, arrive at Zilina station.
The distance between Żywiec and Žilina is 60.9 km. The road distance is 87 km.
You can take a train from Zywiec to Zilina via Zwardon and Skalite in around 2h 58m.