How to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Ljubljana to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $303.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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$47

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$49

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6h 34m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna is a train with an average price of $47 (€38).

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

A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Vienna costing on average $49 (€40).

A train is $256 (€207) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Vienna costing on average $303 (€246).

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

Train takes on average 6h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ljubljana to Vienna among Omio's users.

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from Ljubljana to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBBD 38 · RJX 638
    5:42 AM5h25
    Ljubljana station
    11:07 AMVienna Hbf
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • ÖBBD 38 · RJX 638
    5:42 AM5h25
    Ljubljana station
    11:07 AMVienna Hbf
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1697+Austrian AirlinesLH6320
    9:35 AM3h00
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    12:35 PMVienna International Airport
    $8061One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBBIR 670+ÖBB | InterCityIC 538+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 2253 · R 2902
    5:52 AM6h15
    Ljubljana station
    12:07 PMVienna Hbf
    $371One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBBIR 872 · RJX 254+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 1604
    11:05 PM10h02
    Ljubljana station
    9:07 AMVienna Hbf
    $371One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBD 18+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 656 · RJ 263
    7:29 PM7h51
    Ljubljana station
    3:20 AMVienna Hbf
    $431One-way
    2 transfers
  • EasyDrive
    12:30 PM4h15
    Ljubljana
    4:45 PMVienna
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • EasyDrive
    3:30 PM4h45
    Ljubljana
    8:15 PMVienna
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • EasyDrive
    3:45 AM5h05
    Ljubljana
    8:50 AMVienna
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1461+Austrian AirlinesLH6336
    2:05 PM4h35
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    6:40 PMVienna International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1463+Austrian AirlinesLH6404
    6:05 AM4h40
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    10:45 AMVienna International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1463+Austrian AirlinesLH6328
    6:05 AM5h40
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    11:45 AMVienna International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Ljubljana to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna, 58,89% 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 Vienna 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 Vienna

Travel to Vienna 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 Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ljubljana and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna is a train with an average price of $47 (€38).

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

A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Vienna costing on average $49 (€40).

A train is $256 (€207) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Vienna costing on average $303 (€246).

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

Train takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Vienna is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Vienna is:
  • Around 66 buses per day.
  • Around 25 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Vienna 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 Ljubljana to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, GoOpti, Nomago, Infobus, TripstAir, EasyDrive, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, Slovenske železnice (SŽ) to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 63 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti, Nomago, Infobus, TripstAir, EasyDrive, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Slovenske železnice (SŽ).
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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