How to get from Zagreb to Ljubljana
Zagreb to Ljubljana is 117 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 2h 10m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Zagreb to Ljubljana by price and travel time (route calculated on 1 November 2026).
- 37 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 01:10, last at 22:30
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At a glance
Fastest
2h 10m
direct
Bus
€10
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 1 Nov 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Zagreb to Ljubljana. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 117 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
117 km
Zagreb to Ljubljana: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Zagreb → Ljubljanabus
FlixBus·2h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures from Zagreb to Ljubljana
FlixBus runs 37 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:10 and the last at 22:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 37 | 01:10 | 22:30 |
| FlixBus, EasyDrive, GoOptibus | 24 | 00:00 | 16:10 |
All departures FlixBus
- 01:10
- 05:15
- 05:30
- 06:15
- 06:30
- 07:15
- 07:30
- 08:15
- 08:30
- 08:45
- 09:15
- 09:45
- 10:15
- 10:45
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:40
- 15:30
- 15:40
- 16:00
- 16:10
- 16:30
- 16:40
- 17:00
- 17:10
- 17:30
- 18:00
- 18:30
- 18:45
- 19:40
- 19:45
- 20:45
- 20:55
- 21:25
- 21:30
- 21:55
- 22:30
All departures FlixBus, EasyDrive, GoOpti
- 00:00
- 02:00
- 03:00
- 04:00
- 05:00
- 06:00
- 07:00
- 07:15
- 07:30
- 08:00
- 08:30
- 08:50
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 10:45
- 11:00
- 11:30
- 12:15
- 13:00
- 13:50
- 14:00
- 14:10
- 15:00
- 16:10
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, Nov 3
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Zagreb to Ljubljana works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 1 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Zagreb to Ljubljana, about 2h 10m. In total it's roughly €10 over 2h 10m, direct, no transfers.
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Zagreb to Ljubljana: common questions
How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Ljubljana?
Routavio's route check on 1 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Zagreb to Ljubljana?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 01:10 and the last at 22:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Zagreb to Ljubljana?
Routavio's timetable check shows 37 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 01:10 and 22:30.
How far is Ljubljana from Zagreb?
About 117 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Zagreb to Ljubljana cost?
Routavio's price check puts the route we recommend at €10. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Zagreb to Ljubljana?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Zagreb to Ljubljana without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Ljubljana?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 1 Nov 2026