How to get from Ljubljana Airport – bus, taxi, Uber, shuttle, train or rent a car?
Ljubljana Airport (LJU), officially Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport and often still called Brnik Airport, is the main international airport in Slovenia. It is located outside Ljubljana, near Brnik, approximately 25 km from Ljubljana city centre.
If you are arriving in Slovenia for the first time, one of the first questions is usually simple: how do I get from Ljubljana Airport to Ljubljana, Bled, Bohinj or another destination? There are several possibilities, including public bus, taxi, private transfer, shuttle services, Uber, car rental and car sharing.
🚕 Taxi & private airport transfer
Taxis are available at Ljubljana Airport and there is an official taxi area in front of the passenger terminal.
Another option is a pre-booked private transfer. With a private transfer, the vehicle is reserved in advance and the driver takes you directly to your hotel, apartment or agreed address.
Taxi Legende provides pre-booked private car and van transfers from Ljubljana Airport to Ljubljana and destinations throughout Slovenia and neighbouring countries.
🚌 Public bus from Ljubljana Airport
Ljubljana Airport has a public bus stop directly next to the passenger terminal. There are direct bus connections to Ljubljana, Kranj and Bled.
For many other destinations in Slovenia, passengers can first travel to Ljubljana or Kranj and continue by bus or train.
The bus is generally one of the cheapest ways to travel between Ljubljana Airport and Ljubljana.
🚆 Is there a train at Ljubljana Airport?
No. Ljubljana Airport does not currently have its own railway station.
If you want to continue your journey by train, you first need to travel by bus, taxi, shuttle or private transfer to a railway station such as Ljubljana or Kranj.
Bus and train journeys within Slovenia can also be combined using the Slovenian integrated public transport system.
🚐 GoOpti and airport shuttle services
Shared and private shuttle services also operate to and from Ljubljana Airport. One of the well-known providers in Slovenia is GoOpti.
Shuttle services usually need to be booked in advance and may be shared with other passengers, depending on the service selected.
They can be useful for travellers looking for an alternative between public transport and a private vehicle.
📱 Uber in Ljubljana
Uber operates in Ljubljana through licensed local transport providers and rides can be requested using the Uber app.
Availability and the displayed price depend on the location, time and vehicles available when you request the journey.
Travellers should check the app after arrival to see whether an Uber ride is available for their airport journey.
🚗 Rent a car at Ljubljana Airport
Several international and local car rental companies operate at Ljubljana Airport.
Renting a car can be useful if you are planning to explore several parts of Slovenia independently, particularly destinations outside the main public transport routes.
Remember that motorway driving in Slovenia generally requires a valid Slovenian motorway vignette.
🔑 Car sharing
Ljubljana Airport also has dedicated spaces for Avant2Go car-sharing vehicles.
The service is app-based and can be another option for travellers who prefer to drive themselves without renting a traditional rental car.
🅿️ Ljubljana Airport parking & passenger pick-up
Ljubljana Airport has several official parking options, including a covered parking garage and outdoor parking areas.
There is also a dedicated drop-off and pick-up zone directly at the terminal for passengers arriving or departing by car.
Parking conditions and prices can change, so travellers should check the official Ljubljana Airport information before arrival.
Good to know:
Ljubljana Airport is relatively small compared with major European hubs. There is no metro and no railway station directly at the airport. For most visitors, the main choices are therefore bus, taxi, private transfer, shuttle, Uber, rental car or car sharing.
Where can you travel from Ljubljana Airport?
Ljubljana is the most common destination, but passengers arriving at LJU also continue directly to Bled, Bohinj, Kranjska Gora, Postojna, Piran, Portorož and other destinations in Slovenia. International transfers are also possible towards places such as Trieste, Venice, Zagreb, Graz and other nearby cities and airports.
For destinations with limited public transport connections, especially when travelling with children, several suitcases or in a group, a pre-booked private transfer can be the simplest door-to-door option.
Ljubljana Airport – useful transport information
Before travelling, it is worth checking current bus timetables, flight information, parking conditions and transport availability. Schedules and services can change depending on the day, season and time of arrival.
In short: Ljubljana Airport has buses, taxis, shuttle services, rental cars, car sharing and private transfers. It does not have a railway station directly at the terminal.
