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Trains in Slovenia
Want to go on an adventure to Slovenia's best bits? Trains in Slovenia will get you to most destinations in this outstandingly beautiful country! From lively Ljubljana to the natural wonders of Bled and beyond, the Slovenian rail network connects you to neighbouring countries and loads of local highlights.
Train types in Slovenia
Enjoy comfortable journeys on trains operated by Slovenia's national railway company, Slovenske Zeleznice (SZ). Furthermore, there are plenty of direct train connections from Slovenia to other countries. You can find train times for Slovenia in the Interrail timetable.
- Route Map
- Domestic Trains
- INTERNATIONAL High-Speed
- Night Trains

Regional and intercity trains in Slovenia
Regionalni vlaki (RE)
Regional trains linking larger cities to smaller towns and villages.
2nd class carriages only.
Bicycles allowed on board upon purchase of a special bike ticket.
No reservation required.
Lokalni potniški (RE)
Local trains running on suburban commuter routes.
2nd class carriages only.
No reservation required.
InterCity (IC)
Fast trains connecting major towns and cities in Slovenia.
Bicycles allowed on board upon purchase of a special bike ticket.
Reservations are not required but it may be worth making one when travelling during a busy period.
InterCitySlovenija (PEN)
Tilting, fast pendolino trains providing the best comfort and rail experience in Slovenia.
Regular services between Maribor and Ljubljana. Daily trains to Koper and Austria in summer.
An advance seat reservation is mandatory. A supplement is included in the small reservation fee.
International high-speed trains in Slovenia
EuroCity (EC)
Fast, modern trains connecting major cities in Slovenia with other European countries.
Reservations are not required but it may be worth making one when travelling during a busy period.
Mednarodni vlak (INT)
Interregional trains that include a route between Budapest in Hungary and Ljubljana.
Bicycles allowed on board upon purchase of a special bike ticket.
Reservations are optional.
Night trains in Slovenia
EuroNight (EN)
International night train connecting Slovenia with Austria, Croatia, Germany and Switzerland.
You must reserve sleeping accommodation in advance in order to take this train.
Popular Connections in Slovenia
- International routes
You can travel to and from Slovenia from popular cities in the following European countries:
Route | Train type | Duration | Reservations |
---|---|---|---|
Ljubljana to Belgrade (Serbia) | International Express | 10 hours | Required |
Ljubljana to Budapest (Hungary) | International | 8 hours 10 mins | Optional |
Ljubljana to Munich (Germany) | EuroCity | 6 hours 15 mins | Optional |
Ljubljana to Villach (Austria) | EuroCity | 1 hours 40 mins | Optional |
Ljubljana to Zagreb (Croatia) | EuroCity | 2 hours 20 mins | Optional |
Ljubljana to Zurich (Switzerland) | EuroNight | 11.5 hours (overnight) | Required |
Maribor to Graz (Austria) | EuroCity | 1 hour | Optional |
Reservations for trains in Slovenia
How can I make reservations for trains in Slovenia?
At a local station: at the ticket offices of major train stations in Slovenia.
Online: through our Reservation Service
Most trains in Slovenia don't require advance reservations, just get on board. The train types that you may need a reservation for are international trains to and from other countries and for sure, the InterCitySlovenija train. For more information about reservations, read our handy guide.
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