How to travel from Kraków to Ljubljana

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kraków to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $151.

Distance: 373 miles (601 km)

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$74

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Cheapest

$151

Average price

$187

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13h 19m

Average total duration

12h 49m

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4h 19m

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2h 19m

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8h 11m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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1.8 - 3.6kg

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Buzz

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

The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $74.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Ljubljana costing on average $105.

A bus is $77 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Ljubljana costing on average $151.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 19m.

Train takes on average 20h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kraków and Ljubljana including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kraków 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 $74 compared to roughly $187 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113. The journey takes 12h 49m versus 8h 11m 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 Kraków to Ljubljana

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM12h55
    Kraków, Airport
    9:10 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM12h55
    Kraków, Airport
    9:10 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3904 · LO615
    8:50 AM3h55
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $9191One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM12h30
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    9:10 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $711One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 AM14h39
    Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA
    8:24 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:25 PM16h09
    Kraków, Airport
    2:34 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $731One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaSN7116+Brussels AirlinesSN2610 · SN3343
    6:00 AM8h05
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    2:05 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3171One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3908 · LO617
    12:15 PM4h05
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    4:20 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3981One-way
    1 transfer
  • Helvetic AirwaysLX1375+Air BalticLX2272
    7:45 PM14h20
    John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice
    10:05 AMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4781One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Kraków 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 Kraków to Ljubljana.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kraków and Ljubljana including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kraków to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $74.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Ljubljana costing on average $105.

A bus is $77 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Ljubljana costing on average $151.

The fastest way to travel from Kraków to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 19m.

Train takes on average 20h 57m.

The distance from Kraków to Ljubljana is approximately 373 miles (601 km).
The average frequency per day from Kraków to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kraków to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kraków to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Buzz, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with PKP Intercity to go to Ljubljana by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ljubljana by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kraków to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Buzz.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Kraków 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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