- Must visit
National Gallery of Slovenia
The country’s main art museum, with important medieval to 20th-century Slovene works and a compact, high-quality permanent collection.


Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1h 40m
Average duration
2h 15m
Buses per day
2
Distance
82 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Koper to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Koper to Ljubljana:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Koper to Ljubljana costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 5m 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 GoOpti, FlixBus, Nomago, 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 01:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 03:39AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $170 |
The table below shows live departures for Koper to Ljubljana buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 AM Koper, Protokolarno-prireditvena dvorana sv. Frančiška Asiškega | 2h50 | 1:00 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Koper, Banka | 1h40 | 1:00 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Koper, Banka | 2h44 | 3:39 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Koper to Ljubljana run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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 important medieval to 20th-century Slovene works and a compact, high-quality permanent collection.
Leading museum for 20th-century and contemporary Slovene art, known for strong permanent and temporary exhibitions near Tivoli Park.
Well-curated museum on Ljubljana’s Roman, medieval, and modern history, including archaeological finds and engaging temporary shows.
Ljubljana’s main square and social hub, framed by landmark architecture and ideal as the starting point for exploring the old town.
The city’s signature walking area, lined with bridges, historic facades, and lively public spaces on both sides of the river.
Ljubljana’s largest central park, popular for walks, recreation, tree-lined avenues, and easy access to cultural sites and viewpoints.
Traditional Carniolan sausage made from pork, bacon, and garlic. It is one of Slovenia’s best-known protected regional foods and a classic hearty meal in Ljubljana.
Rolled dumplings with dough wrapped around fillings such as cottage cheese, tarragon, walnut, or apple. They are a signature Slovenian comfort food served sweet or savoury.
Small dumplings filled mainly with potato, onion, and seasonings, traditionally from Idrija but widely enjoyed in Ljubljana. They are a celebrated Slovenian pasta dish.
Established Slovenian restaurant near the old centre, appreciated for traditional daily dishes and a warm, community-focused atmosphere.
Respected restaurant inside Ljubljana Castle offering refined Slovenian cuisine and local ingredients in a historic setting with a more upscale feel.
Long-running old-town restaurant known for Slovenian and Central European dishes, good wines, and a polished but relaxed terrace atmosphere.
Moderate by Central European standards. Food and transport are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small tips are optional in cafes.
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Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja -> Prešernov trg, Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koper 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.

Most Koper to Ljubljana buses use the Koper, Zeleni Park to Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja station pair, with some services arriving at Ljubljana, Gosposvetska. Use this guide to compare Koper and Ljubljana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
Available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja: Elevators, ramps.
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