The average train between Essen and Ljubljana takes 13h 49m and the fastest train takes 11h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Ljubljana. 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 every 4 hours between Essen and Ljubljana. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Ljubljana at 2:14 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 13h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Ljubljana? 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 Essen to Ljubljana. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Ljubljana station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 49m.
Essen to Ljubljana train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Ljubljana train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Ljubljana station.
Book your Essen to Ljubljana train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB and 4 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Ljubljana is 813.4 km. The road distance is 1,090 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Ljubljana via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, and Villach Hbf in around 12h 10m.