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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Ljubljana will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 trains that leave Salzburg for Ljubljana every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salzburg to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 224 km
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£38 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Ljubljana trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 EC 113+ D 213 | 13:12 Salzburg Hbf | 4h21 | 17:33 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
 ICE 115+D 215 | 15:12 Salzburg Hbf | 4h23 | 19:35 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
| IC 698+D 319 | 17:12 Salzburg Hbf | 4h18 | 21:30 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Ljubljana
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Trains from Salzburg to Ljubljana run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet from Salzburg to Ljubljana trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Ljubljana from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
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Trains from Salzburg to Ljubljana
Five trains travel from Salzburg to Ljubljana every day, including Sundays, at approximately 4-hourly intervals. All trains are operated by ÖBB, with its various trains including the high-speed RailJet. Two of the journeys each day are direct and take about 4 hours 20 minutes to complete. The other three journeys involve one change, and take between 4.5 and 8 hours to complete, depending on the wait times at the respective transfer stations.
Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Ljubljana?
ÖBB is the only rail operator offering the trip from Salzburg to Ljubljana. The ÖBB Nightjet leaves Salzburg for Ljubljana in the early hours each morning. After this overnight service, four trains depart from not long after 06.00a.m. through to the mid-afternoon. The trains leave at approximately 4-hourly intervals. Two are Eurocity trains, 1 intercity, and 1 the RailJet. There is only one Eurocity direct train during the day, and the NightJet travelling overnight. All other journeys require 1 change.
How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Ljubljana?
Two of the five daily journeys from Salzburg to Ljubljana are direct, and take approximately 4.5 hours to complete. Three of the four journeys requiring changes also take about 4.5 hours, and one takes about 8 hours.
How many trains are there from Salzburg to Ljubljana?
5 trains leave Salzburg for Lubljana every weekday, at approximately 4-hourly intervals. Service regularity continues through the weekend with Sunday trains running at the same times as those during the week.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Salzburg to Ljubljana?
Departure train station: All rail journeys from Salzburg to Ljubljana commence at the Salzburg Hbf. The station is a 15 minute walk from the city centre. Suburban trains connect the station to the rest of Salzburg. The station is well-serviced by all modes of public transport, and provides access to all modern facilities.
Arrival train station: The destination for all trains on this route is Avtobusna Pustaja Lubljana. This is actually a bus station, very close to the railway station. The facilities are minimal – comprising shelter and not much else. However, there are buses and trains leaving from here to most of Europe. Local attractions are found 18 to 25 miles from the station. Ljubljana is a small town, and the station reflects this.
FAQs: Salzburg to Ljubljana train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Ljubljana
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingCar RentalParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
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