- 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
$25
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Graz to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Ljubljana will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 7 buses that leave Graz for Ljubljana on Sun, May 31, 7 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 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 2 h 44 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Graz to Ljubljana:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Graz to Ljubljana costing on average $42 (€33).
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $81 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€42). The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 16m 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, Nomago, Infobus, GoOpti, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $268 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $268 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:09AM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $262 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $262 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $262 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $261 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $261 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $260 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $260 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:23PM | Arrival Time 08:07PM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $255 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $255 |
The table below shows live departures for Graz 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 |
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FlixBus | 6:30 AM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h40 | 9:10 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Graz | 2h15 | 9:00 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h40 | 11:15 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h50 | 1:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h44 | 2:34 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h40 | 5:05 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Graz | 2h15 | 6:30 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:23 PM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h44 | 8:07 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Graz | 2h15 | 11:15 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling) | 2h39 | 4:09 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Graz to Ljubljana run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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.
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