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Tyrolean Folk Art Museum
A well-regarded museum showcasing Tyrolean traditional crafts, costumes, woodwork, and rural interiors. It is one of the best places to understand regional culture and pairs well with the nearby Hofk
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Innsbruck will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 17 trains that leave Ljubljana for Innsbruck on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 273 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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.
D 38+
ICE 210+
IR 610
D 38+
ICE 210+
IR 610 · RJX 560
D 310+
RJ 658+
IR 618 · RJX 762
D 18+
RJ 656+
IR 616+
S 4
IR 710 · RJX 866+
REX 5+
IC 790
D 38+
ICE 210+
IR 610 · RJX 560
D 318+
ICE 118+
IR 518 · RJX 562
D 316+
ICE 116+
EC 164
D 38+
ICE 210+
IR 610
D 318+
ICE 118+
IR 518Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Ljubljana to Innsbruck:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Innsbruck costing on average $62 (€50).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with EuroNight, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Innsbruck trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 214 · EC 114+ IR 514 · RJX 566 | 11:08 AM Ljubljana station | 6h36 | 5:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 514+ EC 214 · EC 114 | 11:08 AM Ljubljana station | 6h40 | 5:48 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
D 314+ RJ 112+ IR 512 · RJX 168 | 1:30 PM Ljubljana station | 6h14 | 7:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
D 314+ RJ 112+ IR 512 | 1:30 PM Ljubljana station | 6h18 | 7:48 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
D 38+ ICE 210+ IR 610 | 5:42 AM Ljubljana station | 6h06 | 11:48 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
D 38+ ICE 210+ IR 610 · RJX 560 | 5:42 AM Ljubljana station | 6h02 | 11:44 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
D 318+ ICE 118+ IR 518 · RJX 562 | 7:42 AM Ljubljana station | 6h02 | 1:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 3 transfers | |
D 318+ ICE 118+ IR 518 | 7:42 AM Ljubljana station | 6h06 | 1:48 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
D 316+ ICE 116+ EC 164 | 9:35 AM Ljubljana station | 6h05 | 3:40 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 576 · IR 512 | 10:15 AM Ljubljana station | 9h33 | 7:48 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ljubljana to Innsbruck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
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