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1474 km.
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Ljubljana, Slovenia → Istanbul, Turkey

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Seven ways to Travel from Ljubljana to Istanbul

Composite routes from Ljubljana to Istanbul

Cheapest
13 h 52 min
Car
1474 km.
from $81
Other
13 h 52 min
Rideshare
1474 km.
from $19.23
23 h 42 min
1288 km.
from $103.13
25 h 10 min
1288 km.
from $170.15
26 h 31 min
Bus, Train
1288 km.
from $174.54
27 h 12 min
Bus, Train
1288 km.
from $131.48

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ljubljana bus station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
17h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$140.12

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$57.32
Bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$50.95–$70.06

GoOpti

Phone:
+386 1 320 4530
Email:
Website:
goopti.com/en/
Bus from Ljubljana to Zagreb
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$39.49–$280.25
Bus from Ljubljana to Venezia,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$47.13–$420.37

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$31.85

Yubim

Phone:
02 981 1040
Email:
Website:
yubim.eu/
Bus from Ljubljana to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.12–$178.34

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$19.11

Nis Ekspres

Phone:
+381 18 255 177
Email:
Website:
nis-ekspres.rs
Bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$62.42

Balbuss

Phone:
062 8103637
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057679080788
Bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
16h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.39

Transprodukt

Phone:
+381 11 7614 715
Email:
Website:
transprodukt.rs
Bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.17

Kani-Bus

Phone:
+386 (0)41 708 329
Email:
Website:
polazak.com/en/Kani-bus-prevoznistvo/operator/
Bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
8h 37m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Zagreb Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.06–$292.99

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Ljubljana to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62
Plane from Zagreb Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$636.93
Plane from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$955.39

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Ljubljana to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$496.81
Plane from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$535.02

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$92.72
Train from Plovdiv to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
7h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.86–$72.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which costs $65.22 - $119.57 and takes 23h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $119.57 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Ljubljana and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Ljubljana station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ljubljana Central Bus Station and arriving at Istanbul Hotel Montenegro via Belgrade New Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 42m.

Is there a direct flight between Ljubljana and Istanbul?

Yes, there are direct flights between Ljubljana and Istanbul; these take 2h 25m and cost $97.83 - $489.13 .

How far is it from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

The distance between Ljubljana and Istanbul is 1340 km. The road distance is 1474 km.

How do I travel from Ljubljana to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 23h 42m and costs $65.22 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ljubljana to Istanbul bus from?

Ljubljana to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Ljubljana Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Ljubljana to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $119.57 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Belgrade, which costs $65.22 - $119.57 and takes 23h 42m.

Where does the Ljubljana to Istanbul bus arrive?

Ljubljana to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Belgrade New Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ljubljana and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Ljubljana. It is currently 09:19 in Ljubljana and 11:19 in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Ljubljana to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ljubljana to Istanbul is 1474 km. It takes approximately 13h 58m to drive from Ljubljana to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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