"day trip to Ljubljana (by train)" Zagreb Off The Beaten Path Tip by iaint

It is quite feasible to take a day trip to Ljubljana by train. Journey time is just over 2 hours for 142 km.

With the summer 09 timetable you could leave Zagreb at 09.00 to be in Ljubljana about 11.30. The 18.35 return would be your best bet.

Time for a good lunch with some sightseeing either side, and back in Zagreb for a late dinner. Check the website for current timetables (it has an English version)

My return (bought in Ljubljana) cost me €29 in 1st class (would have been €19 in 2nd) but I was not going for the day and reductions might be available.

The station in Ljubljana is ideally placed for a trip like this - right on the edge of the city centre.

Remember to take your passport - Croatia was still outside the EU when I travelled, and stringent border checks will take place.

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