Ljubljana to Venice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.8 miles 183.2 km · straight line
142.3 miles estimated 229 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
€22 - €27 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ljubljana from Venice?

The distance from Ljubljana to Venice is 113.8 miles (183.2 km) as the crow flies. Venice is located WSW of Ljubljana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.3 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Ljubljana is in Slovenia, while Venice is in Italy.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ljubljana and Venice. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ljubljana to Venice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min €22 - €27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Quick Facts

Ljubljana
46.06°N, 14.51°E
Europe/Ljubljana
295m elevation
Venice
45.44°N, 12.32°E
Europe/Rome
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients