The cheapest and fastest trains from Ljubljana to Zagreb
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Zagreb will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ljubljana for Zagreb on Wed, Nov 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 2 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ljubljana to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 6m. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 117 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€26 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m 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
Ljubljana to Zagreb train times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Zagreb trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:45 PM Ljubljana | 2h25 | 3:10 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Ljubljana | 2h00 | 6:45 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM Ljubljana | 2h25 | 8:20 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ljubljana to Zagreb by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ljubljana to Zagreb
Trains from Ljubljana to Zagreb run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 06:50 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity from Ljubljana to Zagreb trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Ljubljana and Zagreb from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Ljubljana to Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Ljubljana, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zagreb Main Station, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ljubljana to Zagreb
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava.
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HRK 3
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
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