- Must visit
National Gallery of Slovenia
Slovenia’s leading art museum, known for medieval to modern works and major national collections in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€33
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€105
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
1 h 43 m
Buses on Aug 29
11
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Piran to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piran to Ljubljana will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 11 buses from Piran to Ljubljana, including 11 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Piran to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €92.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Piran to Ljubljana:
A ferry is €83 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Piran to Ljubljana costing on average €92.
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about -1h -38m sooner (1h 55m by bus vs 1h 17m by car) and save roughly €-53.21 compared to fuel and tolls (€92 vs €39). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by GoOpti, Itabus, FlixBus, Nomago.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €210 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €179 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €96 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €96 |
The table below shows live departures for Piran to Ljubljana buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 PM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h35 | 11:30 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h35 | 11:30 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h35 | 11:35 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h35 | 11:35 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 8:10 AM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h55 | 10:05 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h50 | 10:05 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h45 | 10:45 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h45 | 10:50 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h45 | 11:45 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h45 | 11:45 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h45 | 2:35 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Piran, Villa Piranesi | 1h35 | 2:55 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Portorož, Hotel Fiesa | 1h45 | 3:10 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Piran to Ljubljana run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by ferry.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 5m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 5m |
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.
Slovenia’s leading art museum, known for medieval to modern works and major national collections in a central historic setting.
Main museum for Slovenian history, archaeology, and applied culture, with key national treasures and broad permanent displays.
Contemporary art museum with influential Slovenian and international works, especially strong in postwar and avant-garde movements.
Ljubljana’s main square, anchored by the poet Prešeren statue and riverfront views. It is the natural starting point for exploring the center.
Leafy central park with promenades, ponds, and cultural venues. Ideal for walks, relaxation, and access to several museums.
Historic old town square below the castle, lined with Baroque buildings, shops, and access to major landmarks.
Carniolan sausage is Slovenia’s iconic smoked pork sausage, often served with mustard and bread. It is a protected regional specialty widely loved in Ljubljana.
Štruklji are rolled dumplings with fillings like cottage cheese, tarragon, walnut, or apple. They are a classic Slovenian comfort food found across Ljubljana.
Potica is a festive rolled cake filled with walnut paste. It is one of Slovenia’s most famous traditional desserts, served at holidays and family gatherings.
Established restaurant serving refined Slovenian and Mediterranean dishes with strong wine focus. Elegant atmosphere in the city center.
Contemporary fine dining by chef Ana Roš’s team. Expect inventive Slovenian tasting menus in a polished yet relaxed central Ljubljana setting.
Casual old-town venue focused on Slovenian craft beer and local comfort food. Good for tasting regional brews in a lively setting.
Moderate for Europe: hotels and dining are cheaper than Western capitals, but Old Town stays and tourist restaurants raise costs. Transit is affordable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Ljubljana Avtobusna Postaja -> Prešeren Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piran 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 Piran to Ljubljana buses use the Piran, Piran to Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja station pair, with some services arriving at Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev). Use this guide to compare Piran and Ljubljana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Piran, Piran has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Piran, Piran. ATMs are available at Piran, Piran.
Ticket office support is available at Piran, Piran.
Available at Piran, Piran: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piran, Piran: Ramps are available for wheelchair access.
Piran, Villa Piranesi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Piran, Villa Piranesi. ATMs are available at Piran, Villa Piranesi.
Ticket office support is available at Piran, Villa Piranesi.
Available at Piran, Villa Piranesi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piran, Villa Piranesi: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Piran, Hotel Tartini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant available at Hotel Tartini.
Wi-Fi available at Hotel Tartini for guests. ATMs are available at Piran, Hotel Tartini.
Ticket office support is available at Piran, Hotel Tartini.
Available at Piran, Hotel Tartini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piran, Hotel Tartini: Accessible entrances for people with mobility impairments.
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.
Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants around.
Free WiFi in nearby cafe. ATMs are aTM located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev).
Available at Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev): Wheelchair ramps available.
Ljubljana, Dolgi most is 3 km from Ljubljana city centre. Public transport options include:
Ljubljana, Dolgi most has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ljubljana, Dolgi most. ATMs are available at Ljubljana, Dolgi most.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana, Dolgi most.
Available at Ljubljana, Dolgi most: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana, Dolgi most: Wheelchair access available.
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