The cheapest and fastest trains from Graz to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Graz to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Ljubljana will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 5 trains that leave Graz for Ljubljana on Fri, Dec 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EC 71
IR 15879+
R 4437+
S 17+
Bus17006
RJX 131 · D 313
RJX 133 · D 315
RJX 53+
EC 115
RJX 133 · D 315
RJX 131 · D 313
IR 15879+
R 4437+
S 17+
Bus17006
RJX 53+
EC 115
EC 71Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Graz to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Graz to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Ljubljana trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 135 · D 317 | 2:22 PM Graz Hbf | 2h47 | 5:09 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
IR 577 | 3:28 PM Graz Hbf | 3h14 | 6:42 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 251 · D 319 | 4:22 PM Graz Hbf | 3h14 | 7:36 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 637 · D 19 | 6:22 PM Graz Hbf | 2h47 | 9:09 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 639 · D 39 | 7:22 PM Graz Hbf | 2h56 | 10:18 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
IC 350 | 8:32 PM Graz Hbf | 3h32 | 12:04 AM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 673+ R 2007 | 9:28 PM Graz Hbf | 3h39 | 1:07 AM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
IR 873+ R 605 | 10:28 PM Graz Hbf | 6h14 | 4:42 AM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
RJX 131 · D 313 | 8:22 AM Graz Hbf | 3h05 | 11:27 AM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
IR 15879+ R 4437+ S 17+ Bus17006 | 8:28 AM Graz Hbf | 3h14 | 11:42 AM Ljubljana station | 3 transfers | |
EC 71 | 9:28 AM Graz Hbf | 3h25 | 12:53 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 133 · D 315 | 10:22 AM Graz Hbf | 2h49 | 1:11 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 53+ EC 115 | 12:22 PM Graz Hbf | 3h18 | 3:40 PM Ljubljana station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Graz to Ljubljana
Trains from Graz to Ljubljana run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Graz to Ljubljana trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Graz and Ljubljana from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Graz to Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz to Ljubljana by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Graz Hbf, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ljubljana, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Graz to Ljubljana
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Eggenberger Straße.
- Restaurant Don Camillo
- Der Steirer
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf
- Hotel Daniel Graz
- Ibis Graz
- Located in the main hall
- 275 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-10 for long-distance and international trains
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 6, 7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
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