How to get from Vienna to Ljubljana
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Vienna to Ljubljana. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 4h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 278 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €35, on Wed, Sep 9.
278 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €96Checked Sep 9 | 4h 40m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €44Reading date not recorded | 6h2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €58Reading date not recorded | 8h 23m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€96Checked Sep 94h 40m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€44Reading date not recorded6h · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€58Reading date not recorded8h 23m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Vienna to Ljubljana: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Vienna → Belgradeflight
Air Serbia·1h 20m - 2Belgrade → LjubljanaflightAir Serbia·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Vienna to Ljubljana
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€92Departures from Vienna to Ljubljana
FlixBus runs 31 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:30 and the last at 23:10.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 31 | 01:30 | 23:10 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
Air SerbiaVienna-Belgrade, Belgrade-LjubljanaSee live options and dates →
RyanairVienna International-Venice Marco PoloSee live options and dates →
FlixBusVenice-Ljubljana, Vienna-GrazBook →
LufthansaVienna-Munich, Munich-LjubljanaSee live options and dates →
ÖBBVienna-Klagenfurt, Klagenfurt-Maria Rain, Graz-KlagenfurtBook →Airport shuttle busMaria Rain-Ljubljana Jože PučnikBook →On this route you travel with Air Serbia, Ryanair, FlixBus, Lufthansa, ÖBB, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Vienna to Ljubljana works
Start with a Air Serbia flight from Vienna to Ljubljana, connecting in Belgrade, about 4h 40m. In total it's roughly €96 over 4h 40m, 1 transfer.
Vienna to Ljubljana: common questions
How long does it take to get from Vienna to Ljubljana?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 4h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Ljubljana from Vienna?
About 278 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Vienna to Ljubljana cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €35 to €172. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Vienna to Ljubljana?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 4h 40m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Vienna to Ljubljana?
About 4h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Vienna and Ljubljana?
Vienna is VIE and Ljubljana is LJU, so this route is usually written VIE to LJU.
Which operators run Vienna to Ljubljana?
On this route you travel with Air Serbia, Ryanair, FlixBus, Lufthansa, ÖBB, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Vienna to Ljubljana without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Ljubljana?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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