How to get to Ljubljana from Zagreb

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Compare train and coach for Zagreb to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £40.

Distance: 117 km

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£40

Average Price

£22

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Cheapest

£39

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 7m

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30m

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2h 59m

Average total duration

2h 29m

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30m

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1h 44m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana is a train with an average price of £22.

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

A train is £18 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zagreb to Ljubljana costing on average £40.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zagreb and Ljubljana including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.84. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 44m 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.

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from Zagreb to Ljubljana

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:302h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    21:10Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:302h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    21:10Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Nomago
    19:201h45
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    21:05Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £171One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • ÖBB318
    5:112h26
    Zagreb Main Station
    7:37Ljubljana station
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ÖBB210
    12:502h41
    Zagreb Main Station
    15:31Ljubljana station
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 214
    8:162h41
    Zagreb Main Station
    10:57Ljubljana station
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:552h50
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    0:45Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:002h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    20:35Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:452h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    23:20Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    £121One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Ljubljana.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zagreb and Ljubljana including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana is a train with an average price of £22.

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

A train is £18 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zagreb to Ljubljana costing on average £40.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

The Zagreb to Ljubljana distance is approximately 117 km.
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 76 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zagreb to Ljubljana:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zagreb Main Station and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Nomago, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, EasyDrive, Itabus to go to Ljubljana by coach.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Ljubljana by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 76 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Nomago, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, EasyDrive, Itabus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with ÖBB, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana often also extend their vacation to go to Bled, Venice, Trieste, Vienna, Budapest. 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 Zagreb to Ljubljana, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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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