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There are 8 ways to get from Verona to Žalec by train, night bus, bus, car, plane or shuttle

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Train, night bus, bus  •  7h 35m

  1. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Trieste Centrale Fr
  2. Take the night bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus station
  3. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec

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Bus  •  7h 36m

  1. Take the bus from Verona to Ljubljana BlaBlaCar Bus
  2. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec Ljubljana - Vransko - Celje / ...

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Train  •  9h 22m

  1. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Trieste Centrale Fr
  2. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Ljubljana Re / ...
  3. Take the train from Ljubljana to Celje Re / ...

Train, bus  •  9h 50m

  1. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre Fr / ...
  2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Monfalcone Fr / ...
  3. Take the train from Monfalcone to Ljubljana Re
  4. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec

Drive  •  3h 54m

  1. Drive from Verona to Žalec 414.6 km

Fly to Ljubljana, shuttle  •  8h 15m

  1. Fly from Verona (VRN) to Ljubljana (LJU) VRN - LJU
  2. Take a shuttle bus from Ljubljana Airport to Celje

Fly to Graz, shuttle  •  8h 1m

  1. Fly from Verona (VRN) to Graz (GRZ) VRN - GRZ
  2. Take a shuttle bus from Graz Airport to Celje

Shuttle, bus  •  7h

  1. Take a shuttle bus from Verona to Ljubljana
  2. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec Ljubljana - Vransko - Celje / ...

Verona to Žalec by train

The train journey time between Verona and Žalec is around 9h 22m and covers a distance of around 472 km. This includes an average layover time of around 2h 40m. Operated by Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia, ÖBB EuroCity and others, the Verona to Žalec train service departs from Verona Porta Nuova and arrives in Zalec. Typically 19 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

19 Weekly Trains
9h 22m Average Duration
€35 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Verona to Žalec is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 36m.

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The quickest way to get from Verona to Žalec is to drive which costs €70 - €110 and takes 3h 54m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Verona to Žalec. However, there are services departing from Verona and arriving at Žalec via Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

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No, there is no direct train from Verona to Žalec. However, there are services departing from Verona Porta Nuova and arriving at Zalec via Trieste Centrale, Ljubljana and Celje. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

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The distance between Verona and Žalec is 336 km. The road distance is 414.6 km.

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The best way to get from Verona to Žalec without a car is to train and night bus and bus which takes 7h 35m and costs €35 - €110.

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It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Verona to Žalec, including transfers.

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Verona to Žalec bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Verona station.

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Verona to Žalec train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Verona Porta Nuova station.

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The best way to get from Verona to Žalec is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €120 and takes 9h 22m.

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Map of how to get from Verona to Žalec.
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  • Distance: 336.3 km
  • Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Verona, Italy and Žalec, Slovenia?

You can take a bus from Verona to Žalec via Ljubljana and Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana in around 7h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Verona to Žalec via Trieste Centrale, Ljubljana, and Celje in around 9h 22m.

Airlines
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Verona to Ljubljana via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
5h 32m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€240 - €950
Flights from Verona to Ljubljana via Munich
Ave. Duration
6h
When
Every day
Estimated price
€170 - €470
Flights from Verona to Ljubljana via Frankfurt, Munich
Ave. Duration
6h
When
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
€230 - €490
Flights from Verona to Ljubljana via Munich, Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
7h 20m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€240 - €950
Flights from Verona to Ljubljana via Milan Malpensa, Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
6h 5m
When
Friday
Estimated price
€240 - €950
Flights from Verona to Graz via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
3h 35m
When
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€2300 - €2800
Flights from Verona to Graz via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 1m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€2300 - €2800
Flights from Verona to Graz via Frankfurt, Munich
Ave. Duration
5h 45m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
€2300 - €2800
Air Dolomiti
Website
airdolomiti.it
Flights from Verona to Graz via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
3h 35m
When
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€2300 - €2800
KLM
Website
klm.com
Flights from Verona to Graz via Amsterdam Schiphol
Ave. Duration
4h 25m
When
Thursday and Friday
Estimated price
€320 - €1100
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Trieste Centrale
Ave. Duration
2h 45m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€21 - €75
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€21 - €29
Base Standard
€40 - €55
Base Premium
€50 - €75
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
Ave. Duration
1h
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€12 - €50
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€12 - €17
Base Standard
€27 - €40
Base Premium
€30 - €50
Train from Venezia Mestre to Monfalcone
Ave. Duration
1h 29m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€7 - €19
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€7 - €10
Base Standard
€11 - €16
Base Premium
€13 - €19
Trenitalia
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Trieste Centrale to Ljubljana
Ave. Duration
2h 42m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€9 - €17
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€15 - €17
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
Ave. Duration
2h 2m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€9 - €16
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€14 - €16
Train from Venezia Mestre to Monfalcone
Ave. Duration
3h 6m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€9 - €15
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€13 - €15
Train from Monfalcone to Ljubljana
Ave. Duration
3h 33m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€11 - €21
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€18 - €21
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Slovenian Railways (SŽ)
Phone
+386 129 13 332
Email
potnik.info@slo-zeleznice.si
Website
potniski.sz.si
Train from Ljubljana to Celje
Ave. Duration
1h 3m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€6 - €14
Website
https://potniski.sz.si/en/
Intercity 2nd Class Ticket
€6 - €10
Regional Train Ticket
€6 - €9
Intercity 1st Class Ticket
€11 - €14
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Phone
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
Ave. Duration
1h
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€40 - €75
Website
https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
ItaloTreno
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Mestre
Ave. Duration
1h 3m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€10 - €45
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€14 - €20
Smart Low Cost
€10 - €13
Smart Flex
€29 - €45
Train from Mestre to Monfalcone
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€5 - €13
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€5 - €7
Smart Low Cost
€6 - €9
Smart Flex
€8 - €13
Trenitalia EuroCity
Trenitalia Intercity
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia Mestre to Monfalcone
Ave. Duration
2h 14m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€6 - €9
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€6 - €9
Bus operators
FlixBus
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Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Night bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus station
Ave. Duration
1h 24m
Frequency
4 times a week
Estimated price
€9 - €14
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Izletnik Celje D.O.O.
Phone
+386 3 425 34 00
Email
marko.caks@izletnik.si
Website
nomago.si
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec
Ave. Duration
1h 26m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Schedules at
nomago.si
Avtobusni Promet Murska Sobota D.D.
Phone
+386 2 530 16 00
Email
vozni.redi@apms.si
Website
apms.si
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec
Ave. Duration
58 min
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€8 - €10
Schedules at
apms.si
Nomago
Phone
+386 1 431 77 00
Email
info@nomago.si
Website
nomago.si
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Žalec
Ave. Duration
1h 23m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€9 - €18
Schedules at
nomago.si
Economy
€9 - €18
ZUP Prevozi
Phone
+386 (0) 31 30 41 41
Email
info@zup-prevozi.eu
Website
zup-prevozi.eu
Shuttle from Ljubljana Airport to Celje
Ave. Duration
59 min
Frequency
On demand
Estimated price
€10 - €75
Schedules at
zup-prevozi.eu
Economy class
€60 - €75
GoOpti
Phone
+386 1 320 4530
Email
info@goopti.com
Website
goopti.com
Shuttle from Graz Airport to Celje
Ave. Duration
1h 36m
Frequency
On demand
Estimated price
€30 - €170
Schedules at
goopti.com
Shared
€30 - €40
Private
€90 - €170
Shuttle from Verona to Ljubljana
Ave. Duration
4h 34m
Frequency
On demand
Estimated price
€45 - €550
Schedules at
goopti.com
Shared
€45 - €55
Private
€220 - €550

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There is no direct flight from Verona Airport to Ljubljana Airport. The quickest flight takes 3h 55m and has one stopover.

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Verona to Žalec bus services, operated by Izletnik Celje D.O.O., arrive at Žalec station.

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Verona to Žalec train services, operated by Slovenian Railways (SŽ), arrive at Celje station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Verona to Žalec is 415 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Verona to Žalec.

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Neos, Air Dolomiti and Lufthansa offer flights from Verona Airport to Ljubljana Airport.

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There are 295+ hotels available in Žalec. Prices start at €20 per night.

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The best way to get from Verona to Verona Airport is to line 199 bus which takes 15 min and costs €6.

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