- Must visit
National Gallery of Slovenia
The country’s principal art museum, with major Slovenian works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for understanding national art history in one place.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Ljubljana will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 17 buses that leave Florence for Ljubljana on Fri, Jun 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 361 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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2790Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 59m Average total duration Fastest 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $159 (€128) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $122 (€98). The journey takes 9h 29m versus 5h 3m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 6h54 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $253 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $248 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 9h04 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 8h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Ljubljana buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 7h55 | 2:10 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h04 | 7:59 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 8h19 | 7:59 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 6h54 | 7:59 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
2772+![]() | 1:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h30 | 12:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h29 | 7:59 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
2702+![]() | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 12:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
2702+![]() | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 12:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
2702+![]() | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 14h15 | 5:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h20 | 3:20 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h30 | 8:20 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 9h05 | 8:20 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 7h50 | 9:10 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790+![]() | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h45 | 10:05 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
2790+![]() | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h45 | 10:05 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Firenze, Campo Marte Fs | 6h50 | 10:30 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 6h45 | 10:30 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Florence to Ljubljana run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 29m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The country’s principal art museum, with major Slovenian works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for understanding national art history in one place.
Ljubljana’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for Slovenian and regional 20th-century collections and rotating exhibitions.
A well-curated museum on Ljubljana’s Roman origins, medieval growth, and modern city life. Good for visitors wanting a concise historical overview.
Ljubljana’s main square and social heart, framed by landmark architecture and river crossings. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old town.
The city’s most atmospheric walking area, lined with bridges, facades, and outdoor public life. Especially lively in the evening and highly photogenic.
A compact historic district of narrow lanes, baroque facades, and small squares beneath the castle hill. Ideal for slow walking and sightseeing.
Traditional Slovenian Carniolan sausage made from pork, bacon, and spices. It is one of the country’s most recognized dishes and is commonly served with mustard, horseradish, and bread.
Rolled dumplings made from dough and filled with ingredients such as cottage cheese, tarragon, walnuts, or apples. They are a classic Slovenian dish served in both savory and sweet forms.
Small dumplings filled with potato, onion, and herbs, traditionally from Idrija but widely enjoyed in Ljubljana. They are a protected Slovenian specialty often served with meat sauce or butter.
One of Ljubljana’s best-known fine dining restaurants, offering contemporary Slovenian cuisine with seasonal ingredients and an elegant, upscale dining room.
Beloved traditional restaurant near the old town, appreciated for honest Slovenian comfort food, fair prices, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Established Ljubljana restaurant known for Slovenian and Mediterranean dishes, quality seafood, and a polished old-town atmosphere with a leafy courtyard.
Prices are moderate by Western European standards. Old Town dining costs more, but transit and casual meals stay reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated for good service but not obligatory.
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