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Celje Regional Museum
Regional museum presenting Celje’s archaeology, medieval heritage, and art collections in a major historic mansion.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Split to Celje among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €63.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|
€68 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Split to Celje:
A train is €26 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Split to Celje costing on average €68.
Other travel options to Celje take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 0m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 10h 0m versus 5h 11m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Split to Celje run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 10h 31m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 31m |
First train 5:20 PM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Celje — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Celje trip today.
Regional museum presenting Celje’s archaeology, medieval heritage, and art collections in a major historic mansion.
Roman in-situ exhibition under the square, showing streets, walls, and daily life from the ancient town of Celeia.
Excellent children's museum with hands-on science, culture, and play exhibits designed for families visiting Celje.
Celje’s central square with historic facades, events, and easy access to Roman remains, shops, and key old-town sights.
Pedestrian old town of medieval streets, heritage buildings, and lively public spaces ideal for slow sightseeing walks.
Scenic riverside path along the Savinja, good for walking and cycling while enjoying open views and green surroundings.
Celjski zvitek is a rolled pastry from Celje, usually filled with cottage cheese, walnuts or tarragon, and valued as a signature local dessert.
Štruklji are rolled dumplings with fillings such as cottage cheese, tarragon or walnuts. They are a classic Slovenian comfort food often served in Celje.
Žlikrofi are small filled dumplings, often stuffed with potato and onion. Though linked to Idrija, they are widely enjoyed in Celje and across Slovenia.
Well-known traditional inn serving Slovenian classics, grilled meats and hearty daily meals in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in Celje Castle known for refined Slovenian dishes, seasonal ingredients and scenic views in a historic setting.
Established restaurant with a broad menu of Slovenian and international dishes, popular for quality ingredients and polished service.
Moderate for Slovenia. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Ljubljana; local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small rounding in cafes and taxis is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Split to Celje by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Celje, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Split to Celje trains use the Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Celje, ŽP station pair. Use this guide to compare Split and Celje train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Split, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Celje, ŽP has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Celje, ŽP.
ATMs are available at Celje, ŽP.
Available at Celje, ŽP: Parking, WC.
Available at Celje, ŽP: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Celje, ŽP.
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