✈ How to get from Ljubljana Airport to Bled

Lake Bled, located a short 34 km away from Ljubljana International Airport, is one of the most beautiful sights in Slovenia. The magical area has everything for the perfect getaway; a castle, a picturesque little island, amazing hiking trails, and secluded swimming spots.

Ljubljana International Airport is the nearest airport to Lake Bled, and you have two transportation options to get there; you can either take a taxi or private transfer or you can take the Avtobusna Postaja bus. Taking a Ljubljana airport taxi or private transfer is the fastest and only direct way to reach Lake Bled, getting you to your destination in just 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the public bus, with a bus transfer in Kranj. The total travel time takes around 1 hour.

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How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by taxi

Choosing to take a taxi from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled is a great option. Taxis are not only direct, but they are also available 24/7 and provide safe, door-to-door services, getting you to Lake Bled or your Bled hotel in just 50 minutes.

Taxi fare from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled

Taxis in Slovenia calculate their fares using a taximeter, based on the time and distance travelled to your exact location. A trip to Lake Bled from Ljubljana airport should cost around €40, depending on traffic conditions. It is good to know that there are no price differences for day, night and weekend trips.

However, if you wish to travel at a fixed rate with a local English-speaking driver, then it is recommended to pre-book your Ljubljana airport transfer.

Cost

€40

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Ljubljana International Airport

Where do I get it from?

The Ljubljana airport taxi rank is located directly in front of the terminal building.

Convenience

Choosing to take a taxi or private shuttle for your Ljubljana airport transfer to Bled is by far the easiest and most reliable solution, especially if you are travelling with children and/or heavy luggage. Taxis provide safe 24/7 door-to-door transportation in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Editor’s Note

Be aware of overcharges when taking a Ljubljana taxi. Some drivers may pretend that their prices are higher; just let them know that you are aware of the taxi fares.

Useful Tips

Ljubljana airport taxi drivers do not expect to be tipped, however, it is always appreciated. Most travellers just round up their end fare to the nearest highest price point.

Please note that there are no price differences between day/night or weekend taxi trips.

Most taxis accept credit card payments in Ljubljana, although it is always best to ask your driver before starting your trip.

How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by bus

There are two bus options to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled. The fastest bus option would be to take the bus from the airport to Kranj (20 minutes) and from there, take a connecting bus to Lake Bled (40 minutes), or you can take the bus to Ljubljana city centre (50 minutes) where you can take a connecting bus to Bled (1 hour).

How much is a bus ticket from Ljubljana airport to Bled?

A one-way bus fare from Ljubljana airport to Kranj costs €1.80 and the bus fare from Kranj to Lake Bled costs €3.60, bringing your total price to €5.40.

Alternatively, if you would like to take the bus via Ljubljana city centre, the trip will cost a total of €10.40.

Cost

€5.40

Trip Duration

1 hour

The bus runs every 30 minutes from Ljubljana airport to Kranj and the bus from Kranj to Bled runs every hour.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus to Kranj is available Monday to Friday from 05:00 and 20:00 and on weekends and holidays from 07:00 to 20:00. The bus to Bled is available daily from 06:40 to 21:40.

Where do I get it from?

Take the Alpetour bus which can be found in front of the airport terminal, Letališče Brnik. You will then need to alight at Avtobusna Postaja Kranj bus station, where you will find the bus to Bled.

Convenience

Although the bus is a great travel choice for those on a budget, there are no direct bus routes from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled. You will have to take a bus from the airport to Kranj, where you can take a connecting bus to Bled, or you can take a bus via Ljubljana city centre.

Going further, if you arrive late at night, you will have to find another travel option as buses do not operate after 21:40.

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Bus Tickets & Timetables

Editor’s Note

It is good to know that all buses offer discounted tickets for senior, youth, student and disabled travellers.

Useful Tips

Travellers can purchase their bus tickets directly from the bus driver when boarding the vehicle.

Keep in mind that the bus service terminates at night; you will need to find an alternative solution if you are travelling late.

Bus vehicles are very comfortable, offering large storage space, comfortable chairs and air conditioning.

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How to get to Lake Bled from Ljubljana airport?

There are two transportation options to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled; you can either take a taxi or private transfer taking 30 minutes, or you can take a public bus to Kranj before taking a bus connection to Lake Bled, with a total travel time of 1 hour.

How far is Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled?

Lake Bled is located 34.6 km away from Ljubljana airport; it takes around 30 minutes to reach by car or by taxi.

Are there buses from Ljubjana airport to Bled?

Yes, you can take a bus from Ljubljana airport to Kranj, where you will need to get a connecting bus to Bled. An alternative bus route exists from Ljubljana city centre straight to Lake Bled.

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How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by taxi

Taxi fare from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled

Cost

€40

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Ljubljana International Airport

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by bus

How much is a bus ticket from Ljubljana airport to Bled?

Cost

€5.40

Trip Duration

1 hour

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus to Kranj is available Monday to Friday from 05:00 and 20:00 and on weekends and holidays from 07:00 to 20:00. The bus to Bled is available daily from 06:40 to 21:40.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Timetables

Bus Tickets & Timetables

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Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

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How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by taxi

Taxi fare from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled

Cost

€40

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Ljubljana International Airport

Where do I get it from?

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Editor’s Note

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How to get from Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled by bus

How much is a bus ticket from Ljubljana airport to Bled?

Cost

€5.40

Trip Duration

1 hour

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus to Kranj is available Monday to Friday from 05:00 and 20:00 and on weekends and holidays from 07:00 to 20:00. The bus to Bled is available daily from 06:40 to 21:40.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Timetables

Bus Tickets & Timetables

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How to get to Lake Bled from Ljubljana airport?

How far is Ljubljana airport to Lake Bled?

Are there buses from Ljubjana airport to Bled?

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