Salzburg to Ljubljana by bus
Ljubljana lies 224 km (139 mi) south-east of Salzburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 273 km (170 mi) of road.
| Salzburg | Ljubljana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Austria | Slovenia |
| Population | 157,245 | 272,220 |
| Elevation | 435 m (1,427 ft) | 295 m (968 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) | UTC+2 (Europe/Ljubljana) |
| Postal codes | 5010–5082 | 1500–1600 |
What changes when you arrive in Ljubljana
Crossing from Austria into Slovenia: the dialling code becomes +386; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
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Staying in Ljubljana
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Common questions
How far is Ljubljana from Salzburg?
224 km (139 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Salzburg; by road roughly 273 km (170 mi).
How long does it take to get from Salzburg to Ljubljana by bus?
About 4 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Salzburg and Ljubljana?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ljubljana?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.