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Ljubljana to Zagreb drive time, distance, costs & the best stops
- Drive time
- 1 hr 40 min
- Distance
- 140 km
- Fuel (est.)
- €15
- Tolls (est.)
- €4
The Ljubljana to Zagreb drive
The drive from Ljubljana to Zagreb covers 87 miles (140 km) and takes about 1 hr 40 min without stops. That makes it a comfortable one-day drive. Leave in the morning and you'll arrive with the day ahead of you.
Expect fuel for a typical petrol car (~40 mpg) to cost around €15 one-way plus roughly €4 in motorway tolls. Slovenia requires a motorway vignette (~€16 sticker (10-day/weekly)). Prices shift monthly, so treat these as ballpark figures.
Best stops between Ljubljana and Zagreb
Within ~30 km of the driving route, worth the detour.
Ljubljana to Zagreb FAQs
How long is the drive from Ljubljana to Zagreb?
Driving from Ljubljana to Zagreb takes about 1 hr 40 min nonstop, covering 87 miles (140 km). Add time for breaks: most drivers stop every 2 hours.
How much does it cost to drive from Ljubljana to Zagreb?
Fuel for a typical petrol car (~40 mpg) costs roughly €15 one-way. Expect around €4 in motorway tolls. Slovenia requires a motorway vignette (~€16 sticker (10-day/weekly)). Estimates are indicative: prices change monthly.
Can I drive from Ljubljana to Zagreb in one day?
Yes, at about 1 hr 40 min of driving, Ljubljana to Zagreb is a comfortable one-day drive with a couple of breaks.
More drives from Ljubljana & Zagreb
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