How to travel from Nova Gorica to Ptuj, Slovenia

The distance between Nova Gorica and Ptuj is around 246km (153 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Nova Gorica to Ptuj by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out PtujNova Gorica if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana and then to Maribor bus station.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €28($28)
Operated by

Nomago

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Ljubljana and then to Ptuj.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €20($20)
Operated by

Slovenian Railways (SŽ)

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Ptuj.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance246km (153 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nova Gorica and Ptuj

There are several options for getting from Nova Gorica to Ptuj by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €20 ($20) and will take around 5h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €37 ($37).

The distance between Nova Gorica and Ptuj is around 246km (153 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 179km (111 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Nova Gorica and Ptuj by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nova Gorica to Ptuj is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €37 ($37).

The cheapest way to travel between Nova Gorica and Ptuj, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €20 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Nova Gorica and Ptuj. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Nova Gorica to Ptuj. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Ljubljana. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.

Slovenian Railways (SŽ) and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) run train services between Nova Gorica and Ptuj. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 5h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nova Gorica and Ptuj. It typically takes around 4h 20m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nova Gorica to Ptuj. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana and Maribor bus station. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 20m.

Nomago, Arriva Slovenia, FlixBus and Avtobusni Promet Murska Sobota D.D. run regular bus services between Nova Gorica and Ptuj. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nova Gorica to Ptuj. We recommend that you take the bus to Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana and then to Maribor bus station. instead which will take 4h 20m.

The closest major airport to Ptuj is Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) (LJU) which is approximately 111km (69 miles) from Ptuj.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Nova Gorica and Ptuj. The distance is around 246km (153 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nova Gorica to Ptuj is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around €28 ($28).

How do I get from Nova Gorica to Ptuj

Compare travel optionsbetween Nova Gorica and Ptuj

Transport options from Nova Gorica to Ptuj
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4h 20m
€28($28)
every 20 mins272km (169 miles)
Train
5h 30m
€20($20)
twice a week307km (191 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
€37($37)
on demand246km (153 miles)

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Airports near Ptuj

The following major airports near Ptuj offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Slovenia and internationally.

LJU
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
111km (69 miles) from Ptuj