How to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana

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Compare bus and flight for Dubrovnik to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, while a flight costs an average of $475.

Distance: 294 miles (474 km)

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$66

Average price

Cheapest

$475

Average price

$175

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(fuel + tolls)

13h 3m

Average total duration

12h 33m

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5h 30m

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3h 30m

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7h 5m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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Lufthansa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana

Compare the available ways to get from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $66 (€55).

This is compared to other travel options from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana:

A bus is $410 (€343) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana costing on average $475 (€398).

The fastest way to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dubrovnik and Ljubljana including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $66 (€55) compared to roughly $175 (€146) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $109 (€91). The journey takes 12h 33m versus 7h 5m 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.

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from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana

How to get from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM15h50
    Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor
    6:35 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $611One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM15h50
    Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor
    6:35 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $611One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Helvetic AirwaysLX2267+Air BalticLX2274
    9:45 AM4h15
    Dubrovnik Airport
    2:00 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3671One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:30 PM16h05
    Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor
    4:35 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM15h36
    Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor
    9:36 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $631One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 AM14h35
    Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor
    11:05 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $671One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1711 · LH1696
    5:05 PM15h40
    Dubrovnik Airport
    8:45 AMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3851One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1711 · LH1698
    5:05 PM26h20
    Dubrovnik Airport
    7:25 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3851One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1460+Croatia AirlinesLH5991
    7:30 AM5h35
    Dubrovnik Airport
    1:05 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4051One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana

Travel to Ljubljana easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Dubrovnik and Ljubljana including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $66 (€55).

This is compared to other travel options from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana:

A bus is $410 (€343) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana costing on average $475 (€398).

The fastest way to travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

The distance from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is approximately 294 miles (474 km).
The average frequency per day from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dubrovnik and Ljubljana as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dubrovnik Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ljubljana by bus.
  • Travel with Air Serbia, BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines to go to Ljubljana by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dubrovnik to Ljubljana often also extend their vacation to go to Bled, Zagreb, Venice, Trieste, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ljubljana and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ljubljana to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ljubljana, you can explore the Ljubljana Central Market for local produce and traditional foods, visit the Metelkova Mesto cultural center for nightlife and street art, and admire Slovenian art at the National Gallery of Slovenia. Enjoy a unique perspective of the city on a Ljubljanica River Cruise and delve into cultural heritage at the Slovenian Ethnographic Museum. Don't miss the medieval Ljubljana Castle for panoramic city views, the architectural marvel of the Triple Bridge, the scenic Tivoli Park, the iconic Dragon Bridge, and the baroque-style Ljubljana Cathedral with its impressive frescoes.
To explore the highlights of Ljubljana, including its charming Old Town, Ljubljana Castle, and Tivoli Park, two to three days are typically sufficient.
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