The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Ljubljana will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Vienna to Ljubljana you need to make at least one change.
RJ 112+
IR 57511:246h14Vienna Hbf17:38Ljubljana station£311One-way1 change
RJ 554+
IR 573+
R 615 · R 22669:246h41Vienna Hbf16:05Ljubljana station£421One-way3 changes
RJX 562+
RJ 554+
IR 573+
R 6159:027h03Vienna Airport16:05Ljubljana station£421One-way4 changes
RJX 53 · D 31710:537h16Vienna Hbf18:09Ljubljana station£551One-way1 change
IC 640+
RJX 53+
EC 11510:346h06Vienna Airport16:40Ljubljana station£581One-way2 changes
RJX 135 · D 31712:535h16Vienna Hbf18:09Ljubljana station£731One-way1 change
RJX 133 · D 3158:535h21Vienna Hbf14:14Ljubljana station£891One-way1 change
IC 546+
RJX 133 · D 3158:345h40Vienna Airport14:14Ljubljana station£951One-way2 changes
RJX 53+
EC 11510:535h47Vienna Hbf16:40Ljubljana station£581One-way1 change
IC 640+
RJX 53+
EC 11510:346h06Vienna Airport16:40Ljubljana station£581One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £164.
Distance: 278 km
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Live departures
Vienna to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Ljubljana trains for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 446+ EN 40237 | 20:44 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 5:49 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
EC 462+ NJ 237+ EN 40237 | 21:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h21 | 5:49 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 April | |||||
1001+ EC 115 | 4:15 Vienna Hbf | 10h25 | 14:40 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
1001+ D 313 | 4:15 Vienna Hbf | 6h12 | 10:27 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
1001+ D 315 | 4:15 Vienna Hbf | 7h59 | 12:14 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
IC 546+ RJX 133 · D 315 | 6:34 Vienna Airport | 5h40 | 12:14 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
RJX 133 · D 317 | 6:53 Vienna Hbf | 9h16 | 16:09 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJX 133+ EC 115 | 6:53 Vienna Hbf | 7h47 | 14:40 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJX 133 · D 315 | 6:53 Vienna Hbf | 5h21 | 12:14 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJX 562+ RJ 554+ IR 573+ R 615 | 7:02 Vienna Airport | 7h03 | 14:05 Ljubljana station | 4 changes | |
RJ 554+ IR 573+ R 615 · R 2266 | 7:24 Vienna Hbf | 6h41 | 14:05 Ljubljana station | 3 changes | |
IC 640+ RJX 53+ EC 115 | 8:34 Vienna Airport | 6h06 | 14:40 Ljubljana station | 2 changes | |
RJX 53 · D 317 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 7h16 | 16:09 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJX 53+ EC 115 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 5h47 | 14:40 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJ 112+ IR 575 | 9:24 Vienna Hbf | 6h14 | 15:38 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
RJX 135 · D 317 | 10:53 Vienna Hbf | 5h16 | 16:09 Ljubljana station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Vienna to Ljubljana
Trains from Vienna to Ljubljana run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | ICE, České dráhy (ČD) from Vienna to Ljubljana trainsÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | ICE, České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Vienna and Ljubljana from £23. 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 | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Westbahn
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
EuroNight
ÖBB | Regionalzug
České dráhy (ČD)
Trains from Vienna to Ljubljana
Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is 212 miles from the Austrian capital, Vienna. There are ten trains a day between these two capitals. The journey takes between 5 hours 55 minutes and 12 hours 33 minutes. The journey also involves at least 1 change of train. Trains depart from Vienna Hbf. This is situated on Busbahnhof Südtiroler Platz, which is a 47-minute walk from Vienna's Rathausplatz. Trains arrive in Ljubljana at its's train station, which is situated on Kotnikova ulica 27. This is a 12-minute walk from Ljubljana's Dragon Bridge. OBB operate the trains on this route.
FAQs: Vienna to Ljubljana train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna and Ljubljana
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 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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