The average train between Starý Smokovec and Žilina takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Starý Smokovec 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 Starý Smokovec and Žilina. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Starý Smokovec is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Žilina at 2:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Starý Smokovec to Žilina. However, there are services departing from Starý Smokovec station and arriving at Žilina station via Zilina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Starý Smokovec to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Poprad-Tatry station.
Starý Smokovec to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Zilina station.
The distance between Starý Smokovec and Žilina is 108 km. The road distance is 152 km.
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Poprad-Tatry to Zilina every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–13 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Two other operators also service this route.