How much is the bus ticket from Trieste to Ljubljana?

The cheapest bus tickets from Trieste to Ljubljana start from $15. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Trieste to Ljubljana?

The average bus trip duration from Trieste to Ljubljana is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 45 miles (73 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by GoOpti .

Which bus companies service the Trieste to Ljubljana route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , DRD , BlaBlaCar Bus , GoOpti , DRD Turizem .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana?

The earliest bus departs from Trieste to Ljubljana at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Trieste to Ljubljana?

A bus trip from Trieste to Ljubljana generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Trieste to Ljubljana?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Trieste to Ljubljana?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Trieste to Ljubljana?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Trieste to Ljubljana?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Trieste to Ljubljana from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Centrale	1h 30m	9:10pm	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Trieste Centrale	1h 25m	10:40pm	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	7:40pm	Centrale	1h 30m	9:10pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	6:37pm	Trieste Centrale	1h 34m	8:11pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Centrale	1h 30m	9:10pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Centrale	1h 30m	9:10pm	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Trieste Centrale	1h 24m	2:04am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Trieste Centrale	1h 25m	8:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Centrale	1h 30m	9:10pm	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Trieste Centrale	1h 24m	2:04am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Trieste Centrale	1h 29m	7:59am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Trieste Centrale	1h 24m	2:04am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:05am	Trieste Centrale	1h 34m	3:39am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Trieste Centrale	1h 24m	2:04am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	3:45am	Centrale	1h 25m	5:10am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:05am	Trieste Centrale	1h 34m	3:39am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Centrale	1h 30m	11:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Trieste Centrale	1h 24m	2:04am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	9:55am	Centrale	1h 30m	11:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	2:05am	Trieste Centrale	1h 34m	3:39am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Next departures for Trieste to Ljubljana on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Centrale	1h 30m	11:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Trieste Centrale	1h 25m	8:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	Fastest
Bus	9:55am	Centrale	1h 30m	11:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Trieste Airport (TRS)	1h 40m	2:00pm	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Trieste Centrale	1h 25m	10:25am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:25 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Trieste to Ljubljana

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ljubljana. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $81	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $21	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Trieste and Ljubljana?

Stops in Trieste

A
Centrale
Piazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy
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B
Stazione marittima
Molo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
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C
Trieste Airport
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D
Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy
E
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy

Stops in Ljubljana

A
Avtobusna Postaja
Avtobusna Postaja, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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B
Ljubljana
6 Pražakova ulica, 1000 Center, Slovenia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Trieste Ljubljana recent customer reviews

Nice bus, easy old and storage, convenient toilet. We were assigned seats 24C/D - the worst bus seats ever. The row in front of us was 25cm higher up so we were unable to see anything but the footrest that was at the level of our knees.

Samuel S.

September 14, 2024

Itabus

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Based on 946 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Itabus ticket prices on this trip start at $15

Itabus Trieste Ljubljana recent customer reviews

Bus showed up late, driver was rude and there was no signage

Nathan K.

September 3, 2025

Took another bus as it was unreasonably ( 3 hours) late

Ulrika T.

October 23, 2024

DRD

3/543 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.3

Based on 43 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. DRD ticket prices on this trip start at $29

DRD Turizem Trieste Ljubljana recent customer reviews

Awful they never turned up. We rang them three times and they hung the phone up each time. Shocking, don't use!

Megan S.

October 27, 2025

the car was on time, but we went to Sežana to pick up one passenger who loaded 2 folded carpets, several large boxes, the large package which tried to load didn't fit at the end.And the app demanded that we can carry just one bag.

Ivana A.

May 7, 2025

Awful - driver was incredibly unsafe, tailgating and overtaking against oncoming traffic in heavy rain.

Joshua C.

May 30, 2024

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,165 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Users have expressed appreciation for the warning messages about delays and the online bus position tracking. Additionally, they commend the bus driver for being extra kind and ensuring all passengers were on board before departing from each station.

BlaBlaBus Trieste Ljubljana recent customer reviews

I appreciate the warning messages about the delay and the online bus position tracking.

Igor P.

August 18, 2024

The bus driver was extra kind and ehat i appreciate a lot is that he checked well that we are all on the bus before leaving the station.

Pamela P.

June 2, 2024

The bus was delayed 1h30. Not good for a family of 5 with small children

Joao Helder F.

July 17, 2025

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

DRD Turizem

SI bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Trieste to Ljubljana by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Trieste to Ljubljana?
The cheapest bus tickets from Trieste to Ljubljana start from $15. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Trieste to Ljubljana?
The average bus trip duration from Trieste to Ljubljana is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 45 miles (73 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by GoOpti.
Which bus companies service the Trieste to Ljubljana route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, DRD, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, DRD Turizem.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana?
The earliest bus departs from Trieste to Ljubljana at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Trieste to Ljubljana?
A bus trip from Trieste to Ljubljana generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Trieste to Ljubljana?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Trieste to Ljubljana?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Trieste to Ljubljana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Trieste to Ljubljana?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$17

11/26

$18

Today

$16

11/28

$16

11/29

$16

11/30

$16

12/01

$16

12/02

$16

The cheapest trip from Trieste to Ljubljana was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Trieste to Ljubljana, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $34 for a bus ticket from Trieste to Ljubljana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually FlixBus, DRD will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.