- 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 Sep 20
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€86
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 36 m
Buses on Sep 20
12
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villach to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Ljubljana will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 12 buses from Villach to Ljubljana, including 12 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, while a bus costs an average of €91.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Villach to Ljubljana:
A train is €77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villach to Ljubljana costing on average €91.
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around €91 compared to roughly €58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-33.12. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 14m 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.
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 02:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €127 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:56AM | Duration 1h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:26AM | Duration 1h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €104 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €105 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:58PM | Duration 2h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €153 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €104 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €104 |
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Ljubljana buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:55 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 2h03 | 10:58 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 2h15 | 12:25 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h35 | 12:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:45 AM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 2h00 | 6:45 AM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h36 | 9:56 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h36 | 10:26 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h40 | 2:50 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h40 | 3:40 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h40 | 4:40 PM Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1h35 | 5:15 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Villach to Ljubljana run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
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 Villach 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 Villach to Ljubljana buses use the Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) to Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja station pair, with some services arriving at Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev). Use this guide to compare Villach and Ljubljana bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snacks available at the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße. ATMs are available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße.
Available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort is 6 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort. ATMs are available at Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort.
Available at Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Egg/faaker See Ort: Bus station is accessible by ramp.
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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