How to travel from Milan to Ljubljana

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Compare bus and flight for Milan to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a flight costs an average of $482.

Distance: 259 miles (417 km)

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$482

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$14

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$248

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$177

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4h 50m

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2h 50m

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7h 55m

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7h 15m

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6h 45m

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5h 21m

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1.3 - 2.5kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Ljubljana is a train with an average price of $14 (€12).

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

A train is $234 (€195) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Ljubljana costing on average $248 (€207).

A train is $468 (€390) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Ljubljana costing on average $482 (€402).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 15m.

Train takes on average 7h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Ljubljana including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Ljubljana 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 $248 (€207) compared to roughly $177 (€148) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-70.51 (€-58.79). The journey takes 6h 45m versus 5h 21m 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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from Milan to Ljubljana

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2891
    9:00 AM8h20
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    5:20 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2891
    9:00 AM8h20
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    5:20 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 5999
    6:30 AM1h10
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    7:40 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499+TripstAir
    12:25 PM7h25
    Milan Centrale
    7:50 PMLjubljana, Dolgi most
    $621One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507+TripstAir
    3:25 PM7h40
    Milan Centrale
    11:05 PMLjubljana, Dolgi most
    $621One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485+TripstAir
    7:25 AM7h55
    Milan Centrale
    3:20 PMLjubljana, Dolgi most
    $621One-way
    2 transfers
  • Itabus2805 · 2790
    11:45 AM9h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    9:10 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus2125 · 2790
    10:40 AM10h30
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    9:10 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus2411 · 2790
    9:10 AM12h00
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    9:10 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3148+Air BalticSN3343
    1:10 PM4h35
    Milan Linate Airport
    5:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $2991One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3146+Air BalticSN3343
    9:25 AM8h20
    Milan Linate Airport
    5:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $2991One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO318 · LO615
    10:30 AM26h15
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $7041One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Ljubljana.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Milan and Ljubljana including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Ljubljana is a train with an average price of $14 (€12).

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

A train is $234 (€195) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Ljubljana costing on average $248 (€207).

A train is $468 (€390) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Ljubljana costing on average $482 (€402).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Ljubljana is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 15m.

Train takes on average 7h 55m.

The distance from Milan to Ljubljana is approximately 259 miles (417 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 60 buses per day.
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, GoOpti, EasyDrive, TripstAir, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Nomago, Itabus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Ljubljana by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB to go to Ljubljana by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, Ryanair, Cityjet, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Ljubljana by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 51 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti, EasyDrive, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Milan 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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