How to travel from Ljubljana to Salzburg

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Compare train and bus for Ljubljana to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €18.

Distance: 139 miles (224 km)

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€28

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Cheapest

€29

Average price

4h 59m

Average total duration

4h 29m

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30m

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4h 42m

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4h 12m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

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FlixBus

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from Ljubljana to Salzburg

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBusFlixBus
08:30AM3h35
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
12:05PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
$411One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

ÖBBD 310+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 658
05:27PM4h26
Ljubljana station
09:53PMSalzburg Hbf
$281One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

FlixBusFlixBus
01:15AM3h31
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
04:46AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
$401One-way
0 transfers

Other options

ÖBBD 316+ÖBB | ICEICE 116
09:35AM4h18
Ljubljana station
01:53PMSalzburg Hbf
$581One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 214 · EC 114
11:08AM4h45
Ljubljana station
03:53PMSalzburg Hbf
$581One-way
1 transfer
ÖBBD 312+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 110
03:32PM4h21
Ljubljana station
07:53PMSalzburg Hbf
$651One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
01:30PM4h00
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
05:30PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
$401One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:20AM3h50
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
09:10AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
$401One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:10PM4h00
Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
12:10AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
$381One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Ljubljana to Salzburg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Ljubljana to Salzburg, 75,44% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Ljubljana to Salzburg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Ljubljana to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg 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 Salzburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Ljubljana and Salzburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of $23 (€18).

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

A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Salzburg costing on average $25 (€20).

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

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Salzburg is approximately 139 miles (224 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Salzburg is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ljubljana to Salzburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, Croatian Railways (HŽPP) to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Salzburg by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Salzburg with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with EuroNight, Croatian Railways (HŽPP).
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
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