- Must visit
National Gallery of Slovenia
The country’s main art museum, with an excellent overview of Slovene and European works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
11 h 6 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 17 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Ljubljana on Sun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 625 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 6 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 388 miles (625 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $300 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 29m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana:
A bus is $131 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana costing on average $207 (€166).
A bus is $224 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana costing on average $300 (€241).
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 47m.
Bus takes on average 11h 59m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $88 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€10). The journey takes 11h 59m versus 8h 27m 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, Union Ivkoni.
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 01:15AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:17AM | Duration 15h07 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 15h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 14h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 14h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 13h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:03PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 15h12 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 11h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 13h12 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 10:26AM | Duration 14h23 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 08:21AM | Duration 11h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:21AM | Duration 11h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 12h50 | 9:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 13h50 | 12:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h32 | 4:17 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 14h48 | 4:51 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h36 | 4:51 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 13h01 | 5:01 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 11h46 | 5:01 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 14h23 | 10:26 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 11h46 | 8:21 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 11h06 | 8:21 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h25 | 3:55 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 12h50 | 2:05 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 12h25 | 2:05 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h05 | 3:55 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h05 | 7:25 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h55 | 9:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 11h40 | 7:25 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 11h 6m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 6m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Ljubljana — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ljubljana trip today.
The country’s main art museum, with an excellent overview of Slovene and European works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Leading museum for 20th-century and contemporary Slovene art, known for strong temporary exhibitions and a central cultural location.
A well-curated local history museum covering Roman Emona, medieval Ljubljana, and the city’s modern development.
Ljubljana’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major landmarks and often the first stop for visitors.
The city’s most atmospheric walking area, lined with bridges, historic façades, and classic riverside views.
Ljubljana’s largest central park, ideal for walks, greenery, and easy access to cultural sites and broad promenades.
Traditional Carniolan sausage made from pork, bacon, and spices. It is one of Slovenia’s most recognized national dishes and is commonly served with mustard, horseradish, and bread.
Rolled dumplings made with dough and various fillings such as cottage cheese, tarragon, walnuts, or apples. They are a classic Slovenian dish served as either a savory side or dessert.
A hearty stew of sauerkraut or turnip, beans, potatoes, and usually smoked pork. Popular in central Slovenia, it is valued as comforting everyday food in colder months.
One of Ljubljana’s most established fine-dining addresses, offering creative Slovenian and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant setting by chef Janez Bratovž.
Well-known traditional Slovenian restaurant near the old town, appreciated for local dishes, a warm atmosphere, and social enterprise roots. Good choice for classic comfort food.
Established Ljubljana restaurant known for seafood, grilled meats, and a polished old-town atmosphere with a leafy courtyard. Suitable for a more refined meal.
Moderate by Central European standards. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small tips for taxis are optional.
Official public transport app
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport -> Ljubljana Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Ljubljana by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need