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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bratislava to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
7 h 22 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Ljubljana will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Bratislava to Ljubljana without transferring at least 2 times.
REX 6+
IC 535+
IR 57510:16 AM7h22Bratislava-Petržalka5:38 PMLjubljana station$801One-way2 transfers- REX 6+IC 535+IR 5759:16 AM8h22Bratislava-Petržalka5:38 PMLjubljana station$801One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 535+IR 5758:16 AM9h22Bratislava-Petržalka5:38 PMLjubljana station$801One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 533+D 3178:16 AM9h53Bratislava-Petržalka6:09 PMLjubljana station$1051One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 533+
EC 1158:16 AM8h24Bratislava-Petržalka4:40 PMLjubljana station$1121One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 535+IR 57510:16 AM7h22Bratislava-Petržalka5:38 PMLjubljana station$801One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+RJX 53+EC 1159:16 AM7h24Bratislava-Petržalka4:40 PMLjubljana station$1181One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+RJX 135 · D 31710:16 AM7h53Bratislava-Petržalka6:09 PMLjubljana station$1311One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 535+IR 5759:16 AM8h22Bratislava-Petržalka5:38 PMLjubljana station$801One-way2 transfers
- REX 6+IC 533+EC 1158:16 AM8h24Bratislava-Petržalka4:40 PMLjubljana station$1121One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bratislava to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 Bratislava to Ljubljana:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Ljubljana costing on average $82 (€66).
Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€66) compared to roughly $133 (€106) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51 (€41). The journey takes 6h 54m versus 4h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bratislava to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Ljubljana trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REX 6+IC 533+D 317 | 8:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 9h53 | 6:09 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+IC 533+EC 115 | 8:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 8h24 | 4:40 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+IC 535+IR 575 | 8:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 9h22 | 5:38 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
REX 6+ RJ 110+IR 577 | 9:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 10h26 | 7:42 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+RJX 53+EC 115 | 9:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 7h24 | 4:40 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+IC 535+IR 575 | 9:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 8h22 | 5:38 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+IC 535+IR 575 | 10:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 7h22 | 5:38 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+RJX 135 · D 317 | 10:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 7h53 | 6:09 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
| REX 6+RJ 110+IR 577 | 10:16 AM Bratislava-Petržalka | 9h26 | 7:42 PM Ljubljana station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bratislava to Ljubljana
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Trains from Bratislava to Ljubljana run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€61) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 7h 14m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€61) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 14m |
First train 4:16 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) from Bratislava to Ljubljana trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) trains will get you between Bratislava and Ljubljana from $33 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
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