Travel to Ljubljana

Slovenia is situated in Central Europe and borders Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia - it is a couple of hours drive away from Venice and Vienna. Slovenia is easily accessible from all neighbouring countries, as it has good road and rail connections, with daily flights from many European cities.

Traveling to Ljubljana by plane is convenient thanks to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), the main international gateway to Slovenia. Here's how to get there and what to expect:

By Plane

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) is located about 25 km north of the city center and is served by a growing number of direct international flights and well-connected hub airports.

Ljubljana has direct flights to several major European cities and for long-haul travelers or cities without direct flights, you can reach Ljubljana with one-stop connections via major hubs. These connections make Ljubljana easily accessible from North America, Asia, and other parts of Europe. 

Once you land, you can reach the city center in about 30–40 minutes via:

• Taxi: Approx. €35–45

• Shuttle Services: Shared vans to hotels or central stops (€10–15 per person)

• Bus Line 28: Public bus (cheapest, but less frequent)

• Private Transfer: Available for pre-booking

Taxis in Ljubljana can be ordered via the free mobile application Hopin Taxi.

From the Airport by Bus - There are several Bus and shuttle services from the airport into central Ljubljana and the surrounding area. More information is available from the Ljubljana Airport website

Ljubljana Card entitles you to unlimited free travel on city buses operated by the company Ljubljanski potniški promet (LPP).

By Train

The Ljubljana Railway Station (Ljubljana Železniška postaja) is located in the city center and offers direct international rail connections with cities such as Vienna, Zagreb, Munich, Villach, and Budapest. Trains are operated by Slovenian Railways (SŽ) in cooperation with international networks, and they provide a comfortable and scenic way to reach the Slovenian capital. The station is within walking distance of many hotels and public transport lines.

More information on how to get to Ljubljana by train

By Bus

Ljubljana is well connected to many European cities by international bus services. Several operators offer regular and affordable routes to Ljubljana from cities such as Vienna, Zagreb, Venice, Munich, Budapest, and more. Buses arrive at the Ljubljana Central Bus Station (Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana), conveniently located next to the main railway station and just a short walk from the city center. This is a reliable and budget-friendly option for regional and cross-border travelers.

By Car

Slovenia has a well-developed network of modern motorways, making travel by car an easy and comfortable option. Roads are well maintained and clearly signposted. To use motorways, it is mandatory to have an e-vignette, which can be purchased for weekly, monthly, or annual use online or at petrol stations near the border. Ljubljana is easily reachable from nearby cities:

• Villach (Austria) – E651 (100 km)
• Klagenfurt (Austria) – E652/E61 (85 km)
• Graz (Austria) via Maribor – E57/E59 (195 km)
• Trieste (Italy) – E61/E70 (110 km)
• Zagreb (Croatia) – E70 (120 km)
• Budapest (Hungary) – E57/E71 (430 km)

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