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Major national museum presenting Slovene art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand central building beside Tivoli.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£54
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£102
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
12 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
12 h 41 m
Trains on 15 Oct
11
Distance
896 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Ljubljana will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Hamburg to Ljubljana you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1081 · RJ 113+
D 315
ICE 783 · ICE 117+
D 317
ICE 785 · ICE 119+
D 319
ICE 587 · RJX 261 · IC 891+
D 39
NJ 493+
RJ 551+
D 313
ICE 783 · ICE 117+
D 317
ICE 587 · RJX 261 · IC 891+
D 39
ICE 785 · ICE 119+
D 319
ICE 585 · RJX 69 · IC 799+
D 19
ICE 787 · ICE 211+
D 39Trains from Hamburg to Ljubljana run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 896 km distance in 10h 56m.
Distance 896 km |
Average train duration 12h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 56m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:52 |
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The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Ljubljana trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 787 · ICE 211+ D 39 | Delayed 8:04 10:01Hamburg Hbf | 13h17 | 23:18 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 · IC 891+ D 39 | On time 11:01 Hamburg Hbf | 12h17 | 23:18 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
ICE 881+ NJ 295+ D 311 | 14:01 Hamburg Hbf | 20h16 | 10:17 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
ICE 683+ DB S1+ NJ 237+ D 311 | 17:01 Hamburg Hbf | 17h16 | 10:17 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
NJ 493+ RJ 551+ D 313 | 20:10 Hamburg Hbf | 16h17 | 12:27 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
ICE 79+ NJ 40421+ RJ 551+ D 313 | 20:29 Hamburg Hbf | 15h58 | 12:27 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
81647 · 82853+ ICE 781 · EC 115 | On time 0:33 Hamburg Hbf | 16h07 | 16:40 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
ICE 783 · ICE 117+ D 317 | On time 6:01 Hamburg Hbf | 12h08 | 18:09 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119+ D 319 | On time 8:01 Hamburg Hbf | 12h35 | 20:36 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 · IC 799+ D 19 | On time 9:01 Hamburg Hbf | 13h08 | 22:09 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
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Major national museum presenting Slovene art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand central building beside Tivoli.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with Slovene and international works. Worth visiting for 20th-century art and strong temporary exhibitions.
Museum dedicated to Slovenia’s architectural heritage, centred on Jože Plečnik’s preserved home, garden and personal working environment.
The city’s main square, framed by notable architecture and frequent events. It is the natural meeting point and a practical base for exploring on foot.
Green central park with promenades, lawns and cultural venues. Ideal for a relaxed walk and an easy break from the busy old town streets.
Lively car-free old-town street along the river, lined with historic façades and small shops. A pleasant route for architecture and atmosphere.
A rolled pastry filled with cottage cheese, walnuts, apples or poppy seeds. It is a festive Slovenian classic strongly associated with family celebrations.
Buckwheat spoonbread often enriched with crackling or butter. It is a rustic Slovenian staple, especially valued in central Slovenia and Alpine regions.
Carniolan sausage seasoned with garlic and pepper, usually served with mustard and bread. It is one of Slovenia’s most recognisable traditional foods.
Refined Slovenian dining in the castle grounds, focusing on seasonal ingredients and polished tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Traditional Slovenian inn near the old centre, known for hearty regional dishes, local wines and a warm, historic atmosphere.
Popular modern bistro serving seasonal Slovenian and Mediterranean plates with an inventive touch in a lively city-centre setting.
Moderate for a European capital: stays and dining are cheaper than Western Europe, while central hotels in peak season cost more. Transit is good value.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in cafés and taxis, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport -> Ljubljana city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Ljubljana by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Ljubljana trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Ljubljana station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Ljubljana train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Ljubljana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Sokol, JB Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ljubljana. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ljubljana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ljubljana: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Ljubljana, City Hotel Ljubljana, Grand Hotel Union.
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