How to travel from Linz to Ljubljana

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Linz to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $491.

Distance: 155 miles (251 km)

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$47

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$44

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$491

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$129

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6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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30m

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6h 18m

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5h 48m

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4h 54m

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2h 54m

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3h 59m

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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ÖBB | InterCity

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Danish Air Transport

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

The cheapest way to travel from Linz to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $44 (€37).

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

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Ljubljana costing on average $47 (€39).

A bus is $448 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Ljubljana costing on average $491 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Linz to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 14m.

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Linz and Ljubljana including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Linz to Ljubljana among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $129 (€108) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $82 (€69). The journey takes 5h 44m versus 3h 59m 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.

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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from Linz to Ljubljana

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 PM5h27
    Linz, Industriezeile
    4:17 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 PM5h27
    Linz, Industriezeile
    4:17 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 PM5h27
    Linz, Industriezeile
    4:17 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX19952+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 115
    10:45 AM5h55
    Linz Hbf
    4:40 PMLjubljana station
    $661One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBIR 809 · RJX 133 · D 315
    8:04 AM6h10
    Linz Hbf
    2:14 PMLjubljana station
    $721One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBRJX19950+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBBD 315
    8:45 AM5h29
    Linz Hbf
    2:14 PMLjubljana station
    $781One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 AM5h53
    Linz, Industriezeile
    7:38 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1462+Danish Air TransportLH7343
    11:40 AM10h05
    Linz Airport
    9:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3671One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Linz 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 Linz to Ljubljana.

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There are 3 options to travel between Linz and Ljubljana including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Linz to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $44 (€37).

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

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Ljubljana costing on average $47 (€39).

A bus is $448 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Ljubljana costing on average $491 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Linz to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 14m.

Bus takes on average 6h 18m.

The distance from Linz to Ljubljana is approximately 155 miles (251 km).
The average frequency per day from Linz to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Linz 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 Linz to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Linz Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Linz Hbf and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Linz, Industriezeile and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Linz 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 Danish Air Transport to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Ljubljana by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Linz to Ljubljana:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Linz 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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