The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
14 h 36 m
Average duration
15 h 40 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
777 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Ljubljana will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Ljubljana without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 777 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price | €428 Average price |
14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Ljubljana bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Ljubljana buses for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h51 | 9:26 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h20 | 2:55 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, January 9 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h10 | 6:25 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h00 | 8:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h41 | 12:16 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 14h36 | 12:16 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h31 | 3:51 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h21 | 4:01 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h21 | 7:21 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h30 | 10:15 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Ljubljana
Buses from Cologne to Ljubljana run on average 10 times per day, taking around 14h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 777 km distance in 14h 36m.
Distance 777 km |
Average bus duration 14h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 14h 36m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cologne to LjubljanaYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Ljubljana with FlixBus for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Ljubljana by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Ljubljana
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
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