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Berlin
↳ Ljubljanaby bus.

Bus services from Berlin to Ljubljana are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 994 km. By car that is roughly 10 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

994 km by road~10 h by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Berlin to Ljubljana at a glance.

From
Berlin
Road distance
About 994 km
Straight line
724 km
Car time, no stops
~10 h buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Germany → Slovenia. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Berlin

Berlin is Germany's largest city and a hub for coaches across Germany and to Poland, Czechia, Scandinavia and beyond. Most long-distance buses use the central bus station (ZOB) by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg.

  • Berlin ZOB (central bus station) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    Messedamm, by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg. Most long-distance coaches.
  • Other stops
    Some services also stop at Alexanderplatz, Südkreuz or BER airport.
2

Arriving in Ljubljana

Ask the seller where the service ends in Ljubljana. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.

Ljubljana
Ljubljana. Photo: Sieglinde Hankele, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

KEEP GOING

From Ljubljana, the road continues.

12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Ljubljana yet.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Berlin from Ljubljana by road?+

About 994 km by road (724 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Berlin to Ljubljana take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Berlin?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Berlin include Berlin ZOB (central bus station), Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Ljubljana to Berlin?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Ljubljana to Berlin as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Berlin arrive in Ljubljana?+

It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.

What kind of bus runs from Berlin to Ljubljana?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Berlin to Ljubljana bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Berlin to Ljubljana?+

Germany and Slovenia are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

12Go: Berlin to Ljubljana bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Berlin (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →