The average train between Prešov and Žilina takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Prešov 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 hourly between Prešov and Žilina. The earliest departure is at 4:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Prešov is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Žilina at 2:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Prešov to Žilina. However, there are services departing from Prešov station and arriving at Žilina station via Zilina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Prešov to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Kysak station.
Prešov to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Zilina station.
Book your Prešov to Žilina train tickets online with Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) and RegioJet.
The distance between Prešov and Žilina is 183.3 km. The road distance is 243 km.
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Kysak to Zilina every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €11–20 and the journey takes 2h 42m. RegioJet also services this route every 4 hours.