How to get to Ljubljana from Düsseldorf

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Compare coach, train and flight for Düsseldorf to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, while a flight costs an average of £414.

Distance: 807 km

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Driving

£414

Average Price

£185

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£75

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Cheapest

£65

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4h 56m

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Fastest

2h 56m

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2h 0m

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11h 51m

Average total duration

11h 21m

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30m

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15h 54m

Average total duration

15h 24m

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30m

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10h 43m

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CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 2.0kg

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ÖBB | ICE

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana is a coach with an average price of £75.

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

A coach is £110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana costing on average £185.

A coach is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana costing on average £414.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 51m.

Coach takes on average 15h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Ljubljana including taking a coach, train 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 7h 47m sooner (2h 56m by flight vs 10h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £414 compared to roughly £65 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 Düsseldorf to Ljubljana

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 913 · ICE 117+Sylt Shuttle PlusD 317
    7:0311h06
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    18:09Ljubljana station
    £531One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 913 · ICE 117+Sylt Shuttle PlusD 317
    7:0311h06
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    18:09Ljubljana station
    £531One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 2126
    11:101h45
    Dusseldorf Weeze Airport
    12:55Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    £1041One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 117+Sylt Shuttle PlusD 317
    5:2312h46
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    18:09Ljubljana station
    £531One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 119+Sylt Shuttle PlusD 319
    7:2513h11
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    20:36Ljubljana station
    £531One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn26800 · ICE 911 · EC 115
    4:4111h59
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    16:40Ljubljana station
    £631One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    14:2516h50
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:15Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £601One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:2516h26
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    4:51Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £621One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:3017h46
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    1:16Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £621One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO406 · LO615
    7:155h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    12:45Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £2191One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1802 · KL1991
    14:308h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:55Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £2701One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1991
    6:2516h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:55Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    £2701One-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: Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Ljubljana.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Ljubljana including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana is a coach with an average price of £75.

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

A coach is £110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana costing on average £185.

A coach is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana costing on average £414.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 51m.

Coach takes on average 15h 54m.

The Düsseldorf to Ljubljana distance is approximately 807 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 8 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Ljubljana by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, Cityjet, Swiss, Transavia France, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Vueling to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn to go to Ljubljana by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Düsseldorf to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Ljubljana, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train 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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