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Maribor
↳ Ljubljanaby bus.

Bus services from Maribor to Ljubljana are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 126 km. By car that is roughly 1 h 30 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

126 km by road~1 h 30 min by car
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Maribor to Ljubljana at a glance.

From
Maribor
Road distance
About 126 km
Straight line
104 km
Car time, no stops
~1 h 30 min buses take longer
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Maribor

Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.

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.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Maribor from Ljubljana by road?+

About 126 km by road (104 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 min 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 Maribor?+

It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Ljubljana to Maribor?+

Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ljubljana to Maribor guide.

Where does the bus from Maribor 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 Maribor 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 Maribor 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.

Where can I go next from Ljubljana by bus?+

Direct buses from Ljubljana include Zagreb, Venice, Salzburg, Vienna, Munich and more. See all connections on our Ljubljana bus page.

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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.

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