The average train between Žalec and Koper takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Žalec to Koper. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Žalec and Koper. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Žalec is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Koper at 8:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Celje and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Žalec to Koper? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Žalec to Koper. However, there are services departing from Žalec station and arriving at Koper station via Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Žalec to Koper train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), depart from Celje station.
Žalec to Koper train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), arrive at Koper station.
The distance between Žalec and Koper is 135.8 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Zalec to Koper via Celje and Ljubljana in around 5h 31m.