How to travel from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Karlsruhe to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, while a train costs an average of $181.

Distance: 350 miles (564 km)

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$71

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$89

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$181

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$119

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10h 42m

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10h 12m

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3h 30m

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9h 33m

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9h 3m

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7h 39m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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1.7 - 3.4kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $18 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana costing on average $89.

A bus is $110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana costing on average $181.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 33m.

Bus takes on average 10h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Ljubljana including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe 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 $71 compared to roughly $119 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48. The journey takes 10h 12m versus 7h 39m 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 Karlsruhe to Ljubljana

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 AM10h35
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    9:50 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 AM10h35
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    9:50 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 204+LufthansaLH1460
    6:59 AM6h06
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    1:05 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $5881One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM9h01
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    8:21 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 PM9h31
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    5:01 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:05 AM10h21
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    10:26 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 376 · ICE 614+LufthansaLX3611+Air BalticLX2278
    7:59 AM14h36
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    10:35 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4121One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 376 · ICE 614+Air BalticLX1075 · LX2278
    7:59 AM14h36
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    10:35 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4121One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204+LufthansaLX3611+Air BalticLX2278
    6:59 AM15h36
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    10:35 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4121One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Ljubljana.

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There are 3 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Ljubljana including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $18 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana costing on average $89.

A bus is $110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana costing on average $181.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 33m.

Bus takes on average 10h 42m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is approximately 350 miles (564 km).
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Ljubljana by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Malta Air to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Ljubljana by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Karlsruhe to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe 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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