How to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre

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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Ljubljana to Mestre

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a flight costs an average of €493.

Distance: 115 miles (186 km)

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Liberty Lines

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Compare ways to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre is a train with an average price of €10.

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

A train is €27 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €37.

A train is €42 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €52.

A train is €483 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €493.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

Flight takes on average 5h 13m.

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Mestre including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ljubljana to Mestre 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 €52 compared to roughly €70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 3h 14m versus 2h 14m 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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How to get from Ljubljana to Mestre by train, bus or flight.

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

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  • DRD Turizem D.O.O7599145
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  • Turkish AirlinesTK1062 · TK1867
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  • Turkish AirlinesTK1064 · TK1867
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  • Turkish AirlinesTK1062 · TK1871
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FAQs: Travel from Ljubljana to Mestre

Travel to Mestre 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 Ljubljana to Mestre.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ljubljana and Mestre including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre is a train with an average price of €10.

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

A train is €27 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €37.

A train is €42 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €52.

A train is €483 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Mestre costing on average €493.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Mestre is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

Flight takes on average 5h 13m.

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Mestre is approximately 115 miles (186 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Mestre is:
  • Around 55 buses per day.
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ljubljana to Mestre:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Venice Mestre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev) and arrive in Venezia, Piazzale Roma.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piran and arrive in Port of Trieste.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Mestre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with GoOpti, Nomago, EasyDrive, DRD Turizem D.O.O, Union Ivkoni International to go to Mestre by bus.
  • Travel with Liberty Lines, KOMPAS to go to Mestre by ferry.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA, Lot Polish Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Serbia, Luxair, British Airways to go to Mestre by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Mestre by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Mestre with the following travel companies:
  • 55 direct buses per day with GoOpti, Nomago, EasyDrive, DRD Turizem D.O.O, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 2 direct ferries per day with Liberty Lines, KOMPAS.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Mestre often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Verona, Venice Marco Polo Airport, Milan, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Mestre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Mestre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Mestre, explore the vibrant local shops and cafes, enjoy a bike ride or walk in Parco San Giuliano, and attend cultural events at Forte Marghera. Discover interactive exhibits at the M9 Museum and take a guided tour of Torre dell'Orologio. Don't miss Piazza Ferretto for its lively atmosphere and historic architecture.
Typically, spending 1-2 days in Mestre is sufficient to explore its local attractions, enjoy its dining options, and use it as a base for visiting nearby Venice.

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