The average train between Prievidza and Žilina takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Prievidza 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 Prievidza and Žilina. The earliest departure is at 4:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Prievidza is at 7:37 PM which arrives into Žilina at 10:01 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Prievidza 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 Prievidza to Žilina. However, there are services departing from Prievidza station and arriving at Vrutky station via Vrutky station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Prievidza to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Prievidza station.
Prievidza to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Vrutky station.
The distance between Prievidza and Žilina is 50.6 km. The road distance is 62 km.
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Prievidza to Vrutky every 3 hours. Tickets cost €3–7 and the journey takes 1h 51m.