How to get to Ljubljana from Barcelona

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Compare coach and flight for Barcelona to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £109, while a flight costs an average of £397.

Distance: 1118 km

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£397

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£109

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£87

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6h 9m

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25h 19m

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24h 49m

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14h 49m

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Compare ways to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana

Compare the available ways to get from Barcelona to Ljubljana, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana is a coach with an average price of £109.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ljubljana:

A coach is £288 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Ljubljana costing on average £397.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Coach takes on average 25h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Ljubljana including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 10h 40m sooner (4h 9m by flight vs 14h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £397 compared to roughly £87 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Ljubljana

How to get to Ljubljana from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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flight

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 3928
    6:052h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:05Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    £401One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 3928
    6:052h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:05Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    £401One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 3928
    6:052h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:05Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    £401One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:3024h55
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:25Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £1121One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    21:2523h55
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    20:20Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £1171One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    19:3025h50
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    20:20Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £1181One-way
    2 changes
  • Air FranceAF1249 · AF1036
    21:1515h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:40Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £1551One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF1649 · AF1036
    15:5020h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:40Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £1781One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1514 · KL1991
    13:259h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    22:55Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £1821One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Ljubljana by train

The most popular day trips by train from Ljubljana are Bled, Kranj, Maribor, Celje and Koper. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ljubljana on Omio.

A view of Kranj

Day trip from Ljubljana to Kranj by train

Why visit Kranj for the day?

Kranj is a historic Slovenian city above the Sava and Kokra rivers, near the Julian Alps. It is best known for its old town, its connection to France Prešeren and a setting that mixes urban life with dramatic natural scenery.

A view of Maribor

Day trip from Ljubljana to Maribor by train

Why visit Maribor for the day?

Maribor is Slovenia’s second city, known for its riverside setting, relaxed old centre and strong wine culture. The Old Vine and the nearby Pohorje hills give it a character that blends urban life with easy access to nature.

A view of Celje

Day trip from Ljubljana to Celje by train

Why visit Celje for the day?

Celje is best known for Celje Castle and the legacy of the Counts of Celje. Its compact old centre, Roman past and riverside setting give it a calm historic character.

A view of Koper

Day trip from Ljubljana to Koper by train

Why visit Koper for the day?

Koper is Slovenia’s main Adriatic port, with a compact old town marked by Venetian architecture. Around Titov trg, cafés, sea views and an easy-going Istrian atmosphere shape the city’s character.

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FAQs: Barcelona to Ljubljana

Travel to Ljubljana easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Ljubljana.

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There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Ljubljana including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana is a coach with an average price of £109.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ljubljana:

A coach is £288 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Ljubljana costing on average £397.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Coach takes on average 25h 19m.

The Barcelona to Ljubljana distance is approximately 1118 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Ljubljana as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Ljubljana:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Swiss, Vueling, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, Transavia France, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Ljubljana by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Ljubljana often also extend their vacation to go to Bled, Zagreb, Venice, Trieste, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ljubljana and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to Ljubljana, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Ljubljana, you can explore the Ljubljana Central Market for local produce and traditional Slovenian foods, visit Metelkova Mesto for its vibrant nightlife and street art, and admire Slovenian art at the National Gallery of Slovenia. A cruise on the Ljubljanica River offers a unique view of the city's architecture. Discover Slovenia's cultural heritage at the Slovenian Ethnographic Museum. Must-see sights include Ljubljana Castle with its panoramic views, the architectural wonder of the Triple Bridge, the expansive Tivoli Park, the iconic Dragon Bridge, and the baroque-style Ljubljana Cathedral with its stunning frescoes.
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Ljubljana to explore major attractions such as Ljubljana Castle, the Old Town, and Tivoli Park, while leaving time for leisurely strolls along the Ljubljanica River and enjoying local cuisine.

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