The cheapest and fastest trains from Trieste to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Ljubljana will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Trieste for Ljubljana on Thu, Nov 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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 135
EC 135Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Trieste to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 72 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€24 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Trieste to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Ljubljana trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 135 | 11:52 AM Trieste Centrale | 2h45 | 2:37 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trieste to Ljubljana
Trains from Trieste to Ljubljana run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 19:53 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regionale from Trieste to Ljubljana trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regionale trains will get you between Trieste and Ljubljana from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Regionale
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Trieste to Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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 Trieste Centrale, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 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 Trieste to Ljubljana
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services 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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