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Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with the population of 258,873. Because of its central geographic location within Slovenia, transport connections, concentration of industry, scientific and research institutions, and cultural tradition, Ljubljana continues to be Slovenia’s central political position.

 

 

 

Slovenian language

The official language in Slovenia is Slovene, which is similar to other Slavic languages and uses the Latin alphabet. Many people also speak English, German and Italian as a foreign language.

Time zone

Central European Summer Time (GMT/UTC + 2)

Weather

The temperature in Ljubljana in May varies between 11 and 26 degrees Celsius. On average, there are eight rainy days during this period of the year.

How to get to Ljubljana

Ljubljana is located in central Slovenia and it is easily accessible due to a well-developed network of railways, roads and airway routes.

By aeroplane
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is located 26km northwest of the city. To get to the city you can use bus, taxi or a rent a car.

By bus
Check web site of Ljubljana Bus station where you can find timetables for all local and international bus connections.

By car
Slovenia has a developed network of motorways:

  • from Villach (Austria) E 651 (100 km)
  • from Klagenfurt (Austria) E 652/E 61 (85 km)
  • from Graz (Austria) via Maribor E 57/E 59 (195 km)
  • from Trieste (Italy) E 61/E 70 (110 km)
  • from Venice (Italy) E 61/E 70 (231 km)
  • from Zagreb (Croatia) E 70 (120 km)
  • from Budapest (Hungary) E 57/E 71 (430 km)

By train
Slovenia has a developed network of railways, connecting Ljubljana with Graz and Klagenfurt (Austria) to the north, Trieste (Italy) to the west and Zagreb (Croatia) to the east. Ljubljana's main train station, simply called "Ljubljana", is within an easy walk to the city centre. The web site of Slovenian Railways displays train schedules.

Arrival from the railway station Ljubljana
Specific arrival and departure information is available on the Slovenian railway website. Tickets for rail travel can be bought online or at the central train station Ljubljana.

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