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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Koper to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £81.
Distance: 82 km
Most popular Coach | Ferry | Driving |
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£81 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Koper to Ljubljana, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Koper to Ljubljana:
A ferry is £73 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Koper to Ljubljana costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 17m.
Tickets start at around £81 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£47. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Ljubljana from Koper by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Koper to Ljubljana is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
Bled is a small Slovenian lakeside town known for its island church, hilltop castle and Alpine scenery. It feels calm and polished, with waterside walks, rowing boats and a long tradition as a resort.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Koper to Ljubljana.
This is compared to other travel options from Koper to Ljubljana:
A ferry is £73 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Koper to Ljubljana costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 17m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Koper and Ljubljana as scheduled services by train, coach and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.
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