Vienna to Ljubljana by train

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Overview: trains from Vienna to Ljubljana

Find the key information for travelling by train from Vienna to Ljubljana, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:53 View journey
Last train 08:05 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 276
Trains / day 2 View all
Cheapest journey €23.98 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr
Train operators 5

Going from Vienna to Ljubljana by train

About to set off from Vienna to Ljubljana by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train travel between Vienna and Ljubljana: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Vienna to Ljubljana:

  • Cheapest tickets: €23.88

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance: €29

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance: €31

Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Vienna to Ljubljana

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Vienna to Ljubljana:

  • 07:53 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 08:05 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:53 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 08:05 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 5 minutes from Vienna toward Ljubljana.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 2 trains serving this route each day.

Vienna to Ljubljana distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 276 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 5 hours and 52 minutes.

When are tickets between Vienna and Ljubljana available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Vienna and Ljubljana can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Ljubljana

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Ljubljana.

FAQs about the train journey from Vienna to Ljubljana

Want to know more about your journey from Vienna to Ljubljana? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Vienna and Ljubljana by train is 276 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.