How to travel from Ljubljana to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Ljubljana to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a flight costs an average of €386.

Distance: 296 miles (477 km)

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€386

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€82

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11h 46m

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1.4 - 2.9kg

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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 Zurich is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Zurich costing on average €82.

A bus is €316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Zurich costing on average €386.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 46m.

Bus takes on average 11h 50m.

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

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from Ljubljana to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM15h20
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €681One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 PM15h20
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €681One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air BalticLX2273
    10:50 AM1h15
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    12:05 PMZurich Airport
    €3421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn312 · RJ 110 · ICE 698 · 17739
    3:32 PM15h21
    Ljubljana station
    6:53 AMZurich HB
    €701One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn38 · ICE 210 · ECE 192
    5:42 AM10h46
    Ljubljana station
    4:28 PMZurich HB
    €751One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn312 · RJ 110 · ICE 698 · IC 60403
    3:32 PM15h54
    Ljubljana station
    7:26 AMZurich HB
    €801One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM14h15
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €711One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 5862
    3:50 PM1h30
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    5:20 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    €1321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO618 · LO409
    5:05 PM26h00
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    7:05 PMZurich Airport
    €3141One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1190+Air DolomitiLH1459
    9:55 AM4h00
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    1:55 PMZurich Airport
    €4021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ljubljana to Zurich

Travel to Zurich 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 Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ljubljana and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Zurich costing on average €82.

A bus is €316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Zurich costing on average €386.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 46m.

Bus takes on average 11h 50m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Zurich is approximately 296 miles (477 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Zurich is:
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Zurich 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 Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Cityjet, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Vueling, British Airways to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.
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