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Travel · Getting to SFC '27

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enjoy the view.

Everything you need to land in Ljubljana and walk through the doors of the Grand Hotel Union. Plane, train, bus, or car: we've mapped it all out for you.

Arriving at SFC

Four ways in.

Pick how you're travelling. Each route gets a step-by-step rundown and a route map straight to the front door.

By plane
Flying into Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)
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Fly to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)

Ljubljana's international airport sits about 26 km north of the city centre. It's well connected to major European hubs, with many direct flight options.

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Get to your hotel

From the airport, you can reach your hotel in Ljubljana by bus, taxi, or shuttle service.

Bus Cheapest

Public buses run directly from the airport to Ljubljana Bus Station (next to the train station). Operated by Nomago, Arriva, and AP Ljubljana. Check the airport bus timetable for schedules and ticket purchases.

Buying tickets

You can purchase a ticket directly on the bus (cash only), or at the bus station ticket machine (cash or card). The machine loads your ticket onto a Slovenian Railways chip card.

Taxi Direct

A direct ride to your hotel, expect €30–40 for the trip. Book via Taxi Metro or Uber.

Shuttle (GoOpti) Pre-book

A comfortable shared transfer, but must be booked in advance at goopti.com.

Once you're here

Getting around
Ljubljana.

Ljubljana is compact and walkable, but when you'd rather not walk here's what to know about city buses, taxis, and the all-in-one tourist card.

City buses

Ljubljana runs a reliable public bus network (LPP). A single fare is €1.50 and covers 90 minutes of travel.

Pay with
  • Urbana app: buy tickets digitally (Android / iOS)
  • Contactless: tap a Visa or Mastercard straight onto the bus reader
  • Urbana card: buy and top up at machines around the city
Payment methods
Taxi

Taxis are easy to find around Ljubljana. Hail one on the street, walk to a stand, or open an app.

Apps
Tourist Card

The Ljubljana Card bundles transport and attractions into one package. Useful if you're sticking around to sightsee.

Includes
  • Airport bus transfer (both ways)
  • Unlimited LPP city buses
  • Free entry to museums and attractions
  • Castle funicular, guided tours, and more
Available in 24h, 48h, or 72h
Tourist card details
All roads lead to

The Grand Hotel
Union, Ljubljana.

Our venue, our home for four days, and an easy landmark in the city to navigate to.

GRAND HOTEL UNION · MIKLOŠIČEVA CESTA 1 · 1000 LJUBLJANA