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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ljubljana to Bratislava
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Bratislava will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Ljubljana to Bratislava without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:42 AM7h02Ljubljana12:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers- 1:30 PM7h14Ljubljana8:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers
- 3:32 PM7h12Ljubljana10:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers
- 5:42 AM7h02Ljubljana12:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers
- 3:32 PM7h12Ljubljana10:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers
- 1:30 PM7h14Ljubljana8:44 PMBratislava$1111One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ljubljana to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 27m. 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 $30, and a train costs an average of $78.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Ljubljana to Bratislava:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Bratislava costing on average $81 (€65).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 30m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $133 (€106) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€41). The journey takes 7h 30m versus 4h 13m 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
Ljubljana to Bratislava train times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Bratislava trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM Ljubljana | 7h14 | 8:44 PM Bratislava | 2 transfers | |
| 3:32 PM Ljubljana | 7h12 | 10:44 PM Bratislava | 2 transfers | |
| 5:27 PM Ljubljana | 7h17 | 12:44 AM Bratislava | 2 transfers | |
| 7:29 PM Ljubljana | 13h15 | 8:44 AM Bratislava | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
| 5:42 AM Ljubljana | 7h02 | 12:44 PM Bratislava | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ljubljana to Bratislava
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Trains from Ljubljana to Bratislava run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€62) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 6h 59m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€62) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 59m |
First train 4:16 AM |
Last train 9:16 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Slovenian Railways (SŽ) from Ljubljana to Bratislava trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), Slovenian Railways (SŽ) trains will get you between Ljubljana and Bratislava from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
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