How to travel from Prague to Ljubljana

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prague to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. 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 $65, while a flight costs an average of $565.

Distance: 278 miles (449 km)

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$65

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$120

Average price

$565

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$185

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(fuel + tolls)

10h 34m

Average total duration

10h 4m

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30m

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10h 24m

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9h 54m

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5h 3m

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3h 3m

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7h 15m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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Lot Polish Airlines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $65 (€55).

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

A bus is $56 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Ljubljana costing on average $120 (€101).

A bus is $500 (€419) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Ljubljana costing on average $565 (€473).

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

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 24m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Prague and Ljubljana including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Prague 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 $65 (€55) compared to roughly $185 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $120 (€100). The journey takes 10h 4m versus 7h 15m 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 Prague to Ljubljana

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 PM9h43
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    7:38 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 PM9h43
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    7:38 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1689+Air DolomitiLH1696
    9:35 AM3h00
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    12:35 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $6351One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:45 PM9h32
    Praha, Roztyly
    4:17 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:20 PM9h57
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    4:17 AMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:05 AM9h30
    Prague, Central Train Station
    6:35 PMLjubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO526 · LO615
    7:40 PM17h05
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO522 · LO615
    6:05 PM18h40
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO526 · LO617
    7:40 PM20h40
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    4:20 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $3701One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Prague 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 Prague to Ljubljana.

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There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Ljubljana including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Ljubljana is a bus with an average price of $65 (€55).

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

A bus is $56 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Ljubljana costing on average $120 (€101).

A bus is $500 (€419) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Ljubljana costing on average $565 (€473).

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

Other travel options to Ljubljana take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 24m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

The distance from Prague to Ljubljana is approximately 278 miles (449 km).
The average frequency per day from Prague to Ljubljana is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Prague to Ljubljana:
  • Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in Ljubljana station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Prague, Central Train Station and arrive in Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Ljubljana, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Serbia, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Cityjet, Austrian Airlines, braathens regional aviation, Vueling, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Ljubljana by flight.
  • Travel with České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet to go to Ljubljana by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Ljubljana by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Prague to Ljubljana with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Prague 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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