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Two ways to Travel from Banská Bystrica to Žilina

Composite routes from Banská Bystrica to Žilina

Cheapest
1 h 26 min
Car
89 km.
from $4
Other
1 h 26 min
Rideshare
89 km.
from $4.84

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Banská Bystrica to Žilina
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Train operators

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Train from Vrutky to Zilina
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.70–$2.68

Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)

Phone:
+421 24 48 58 188
Email:
Website:
zssk.sk/en/
Train from Banska Bystrica to Vrutky
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.33–$5.22
Train from Vrutky to Zilina
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.96–$1.53

LEO Express

Phone:
+420 220 311 700
Email:
Website:
leoexpress.com/de
Train from Vrutky to Zilina
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

The cheapest way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina is to train which costs $4.35 - $7.07 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

The fastest way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Banská Bystrica and Žilina?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Banská Bystrica and arriving at Žilina. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Banská Bystrica and Žilina?

No, there is no direct train from Banská Bystrica to Žilina. However, there are services departing from Banska Bystrica and arriving at Zilina via Vrutky. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

The distance between Banská Bystrica and Žilina is 92 km. The road distance is 89.3 km.

How do I travel from Banská Bystrica to Žilina without a car?

The best way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $4.35 - $7.07 .

How long does it take to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banská Bystrica to Žilina bus from?

Banská Bystrica to Žilina bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Banská Bystrica station.

Where do I catch the Banská Bystrica to Žilina train from?

Banská Bystrica to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Banska Bystrica station.

Train or bus from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

The best way to get from Banská Bystrica to Žilina is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs $4.35 - $7.07 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Banská Bystrica to Žilina bus arrive?

Banská Bystrica to Žilina bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Žilina station.

Where does the Banská Bystrica to Žilina train arrive?

Banská Bystrica to Žilina train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Vrutky station.

Can I drive from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

Yes, the driving distance between Banská Bystrica to Žilina is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Banská Bystrica to Žilina.

How do I get a bus ticket from Banská Bystrica to Žilina?

Book your Banská Bystrica to Žilina bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Žilina?

There are 476+ hotels available in Žilina. Prices start at $35.08 per night.
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