The Ljubljana Railway Station is the central station in the capital of Slovenia; the building is an admiring old construction dating from 1849. The Slovenian people have been so proud that the famous writer James Joyce had passed through the train station that they erected a monument in his memorial, in 2003.
About the Ljubljana Railway Station
Though Slovenia is not a notorious country for great economical achievements it does have a good infrastructure when we refer to the rail network. Most important cities are only three hours away train travel from the capital so it might make a good choice to comfortably visit the country from this point.
Since its inauguration the Ljubljana Railway Station had been included in the international railway network on the route Vienna (Austria) to Trieste (Italy). Nowadays it has connections with most of its neighbor countries: Croatia, Austria, Hungary but not only.
Useful information to know about Ljubljana Railway Station
Tickets
If you buy one way ticket and the distance is no more than 200 km your ticket will be valid one day, but if you travel more than 201 km then your ticket will be valid two days;
In case you purchase return ticket for a distance less than 100 km your ticket is valid one day, but if you buy the ticket for a distance greater than 101 km, then your ticket will be valid 15 days;
You may purchase your tickets with no more than two months in advance; in case there is no sales facility available you have the possibility to buy the ticket on board the train.
Journey interruption
-the ticket is not valid once the journey is interrupted, you must request a refund for the ticket at the station where you have ended your trip;
Left luggage
-the facility exists within the station and it allows you to store your baggage there not more than 30 days;
Complaints and help queries
-it is possible to make complaints either by calling at the toll free number: 080 19 10, or by writing an e-mail at pritozbe.pohvale@slo-zeleznice.si, any time, day or night.
Traveling with pets
You are allowed to take your pet with you only if the animal is caged and the size can be treated as normal luggage or if you have a dog, only if he can sit on your lap.
Assistance for disabled people
The station is provided with elevators and special platforms to meet the needs of the persons with restricted mobility; even more, the railway staff is instructed to help in such situations and you can even ask for help if you give notice with at least 48 hours before you plan to actually travel to or from the station.
Lost and found service
Either you lose something in the train or at the station, you may ask about it at ŽIP office (parking area, on the platform).
Train station – Airport
-there is no direct connection between the Ljubljana Railway Station and the Jože Pučnik airport; you may take the bus which runs frequently;
There is also a currency exchange office and a tourist information service which surprisingly sells also tickets for different shows and concerts in the city!
If you have been there let us know your experience!
Official website: http://www.slo-zeleznice.si
Address: Trg Osvobodilne fronte 6, 1000 Ljubljana
