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Ljubljana to
Dubrovnik transfer

Long-distance transfer from Slovenia’s capital to the Pearl of the Adriatic. The Pelješac Bridge (opened 2022) lets us stay in Croatia the whole way — one Schengen-internal border, no Bosnia transit.

665 km
Distance
~8h 2m
Drive Time
€705
Sedan
1 border
via Pelješac
City Transfer
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The Journey

Ljubljana to Dubrovnik, stop by stop

Drive from Ljubljana to Dubrovnik in approximately 8h. Private transfer from €705 per vehicle, all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, border crossing, English-speaking driver, door-to-door.

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Ljubljana

Your hotel or address Departure

Pickup from your hotel, apartment, or Ljubljana Airport (LJU). South on the A2/A1 motorway toward Dalmatia.

Border crossing

Slovenia → Croatia border (Obrežje)

En route

Schengen-internal crossing at Obrežje — usually a quick passport spot-check.

Quick stop free · lunch break

Split

470 km from Ljubljana ~5h 30m

Split, roughly two-thirds of the way, makes a natural lunch or sightseeing break — Diocletian's Palace is a five-minute walk from the Riva.

Pelješac Bridge & Ston

~620 km from Ljubljana ~7h 30m

Since 2022 the Pelješac Bridge lets the route stay in Croatia — past the Ston oyster beds and medieval walls onto the Dubrovnik coast, no Bosnia transit.

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Dubrovnik

Pile Gate / hotel 8h 2m total

Drop at Pile Gate for the walled Old Town, or your hotel in Lapad / Ploče. The Old Town is pedestrian; nearest vehicle access is Pile.

Route Pricing

Ljubljana → Dubrovnik prices

Per vehicle, not per person. All prices include tolls, fuel, border crossing assistance, luggage handling, water, and child seats on request.

Sedan
€705
1–3 passengers
  • Sedan or similar
  • Air conditioning & bottled water
  • 2 large + 2 small bags
  • Border crossing handled
  • All tolls included
  • Free cancellation 24h
Minivan
€846
4–8 passengers
  • Minivan or similar
  • Air conditioning & bottled water
  • 6 large + 4 small bags
  • Border crossing handled
  • All tolls included
  • Free cancellation 24h
All Inclusive

What's included in every transfer

Door-to-door

Picked up and dropped off at your exact address

Border handled

Driver manages all paperwork at crossings

Photo stops

Short photo stops may be included where operationally possible

English driver

Professional, local, English-speaking driver

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Plan Your Trip

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Ljubljana to Dubrovnik — what to expect

Ljubljana to Dubrovnik is 665 km via the A2/A1 motorway, then the coastal D8 past Split. Since the Pelješac Bridge opened in 2022, the route stays entirely in Croatia (and Slovenia) — no longer requires transit through the Bosnian Neum corridor. One Schengen-internal border (Slovenia→Croatia) replaces the previous three checkpoints.

Total drive time around 8h on a good day. This is comfortable as a single drive with rest breaks, or split with an overnight in Split / Zadar / Plitvice area for a more relaxed pace. Check current entry requirements for your nationality before travel.

Optional stops

  • Plitvice Lakes — UNESCO national park, 1h detour
  • Split / Diocletian’s Palace — halfway, lunch or sightseeing
  • Ston — oysters, salt pans, medieval walls near Pelješac Bridge
💡 Insider tip: Stopping at Ston for oysters and walking a stretch of the 5-km walls makes the Pelješac approach memorable. Add 60–90 minutes.
Route FAQ

Ljubljana to Dubrovnik questions

Everything specific to this route.

How long is the Ljubljana to Dubrovnik transfer?

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Around 8h for 665 km via the A2/A1 motorway and Pelješac Bridge. Comfortable as a single day with rest breaks.

How many border crossings?

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One: Slovenia→Croatia (Schengen-internal). Since the Pelješac Bridge opened in 2022, the route no longer requires Bosnia transit through Neum.

Do I need a visa?

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EU/UK/US/Canadian/Australian citizens enter both countries visa-free. Check current Schengen requirements for other nationalities before travel.

Can we split the drive with an overnight?

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Yes — Split, Zadar or the Plitvice area are common overnight stops. Request a 2-day transfer quote.

Is Plitvice Lakes a feasible stop?

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Yes — a 3–4 hour visit at Plitvice is doable as part of the day. Adds significant time; consider overnight nearby for a relaxed pace.

Route Reviews

Ljubljana → Dubrovnik reviews

Google
★★★★★

"Long but scenic drive to Dubrovnik. The new Pelješac Bridge means just one border now—so much smoother than before. Lunch in Split, then dropped right at Pile Gate. Excellent."

Hans W.
Ljubljana → Dubrovnik
TripAdvisor
★★★★★

"We stopped at Ston for oysters and the walls—a brilliant suggestion from the driver. Comfortable car for the long haul, and only one quick border. Highly recommend."

Claire & Tom
Ljubljana → Dubrovnik
Google
★★★★★

"Door-to-door from Ljubljana to Dubrovnik, split over two days with a Split overnight. Relaxed and easy with a family. Professional, punctual driver."

The Novak Family
Ljubljana → Dubrovnik
Group Transfers

Traveling with a group?

We operate minibuses and full-size coaches for groups of 8 to 50 passengers. We usually respond promptly during business hours.

Minibus

Sprinter-type · Families, small groups

19 seats

Midibus

30-seat coach · Tour groups, weddings

30 seats

Full-size coach

50-seat touring coach with WC

50 seats

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Tell us about your group and we’ll send you a custom quote — we usually respond promptly during business hours.

Ready to book Ljubljana → Dubrovnik?

Fixed price €705 sedan, €846 minivan. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Border crossing handled by the driver.

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