How to get to Lake Bled
The simplest way to get to Lake Bled is the regular bus from Ljubljana via Kranj and Radovljica. Journeys on the timetable take 58 to 79 minutes. The central bus station lies north-east of the lake on Cesta svobode and Grajska cesta, about 3 minutes on foot from the water. Several buses an hour run in the evening, with larger gaps later, so do not assume a fixed half-hour service every day.
Trains and cars work too, with a few catches. If you would rather not plan the transfers, a guided trip from Ljubljana removes them: see the Lake Bled day trips from Ljubljana.
Bus, train, airport and car compared
What each option involves in 2026.
| Option | Route | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | Ljubljana to Bled via Kranj and Radovljica | Journeys of 58 to 79 minutes. Also links toward Bohinj and Jesenice. |
| Train | Lesce-Bled or Bled Jezero | Lesce-Bled is about 4 km from the centre, Bled Jezero about 1.5 km. Autumn works affect both lines. |
| Airport | Ljubljana Jože Pučnik (Brnik) | About 36 km. Public bus stop opposite Terminal A, shuttle sales and a taxi rank at Terminal B. |
| Car | Slovenian motorways | An e-vignette is required before you use toll roads. Parking in Bled is paid. |
For most visitors without a car, the bus from Ljubljana is the easiest choice. Take the car only if you want to see more of the region, and book the vignette first.
Our pick: no car needed
This minivan day picks you up in central Ljubljana and goes on to Postojna.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Lake Bled tours with transport
Guided trips to Bled from Ljubljana, with live prices and availability.
By train
Two stations, neither in the middle of town.
Lesce-Bled
This is on the main line toward Ljubljana and Jesenice. It lies about 4 km from the centre of Bled. You continue by bus or taxi, or on foot along a paved path for walkers and cyclists.
Bled Jezero
This station is on the Bohinj line toward Jesenice and Nova Gorica, about 1.5 km from the centre. Check that a through train exists on your day before you plan a direct trip from Ljubljana.
Autumn 2026 works
Sections of the Gorenjska and Bohinj lines are closed at times. Check the current timetable, there are replacement buses in autumn 2026.
From the airport
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport at Brnik is about 36 km from Bled. A public bus stops opposite Terminal A. Shuttle tickets are sold at Terminal B, where the taxi rank is in front of the terminal.
A single ticket from the airport to Bled, Ljubljana or Kranj costs €4 in 2026, a day ticket at €8 and a three-day ticket at €16. The ticket machine adds €2 for a chip card. This applies to the public service only, and not every line runs every day, so check the current service before you travel.
By car: vignette and parking
Prices in 2026, including VAT.
| E-vignette | Week | Month | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 2A (cars) | €16 | €32 | €117.50 |
| Class 2B | €32 | €64.10 | €235 |
Choose the class by your vehicle, not by the number of passengers. Enter the plate and registration country correctly, and pay before you use toll roads. Buy only from an authorised seller and do not mistake a reseller's fee for the government price.
Central car park P03
Cars pay €2.50 per hour from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with no time limit. Motorhomes pay €3 per hour and may park in the daytime only.
Other municipal car parks
P01 (shopping centre) and P02 (bus station) charge from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the first hour free and €4.50 per hour after that, to a maximum of 2 hours. P04, P05 and P06 cost €4.50 per hour from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., to a maximum of 4 hours.
Mala Zaka and private car parks
P13 at Mala Zaka costs €4.50 per hour from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with no time limit. Private rates differ: Velika Zaka €7.50, the station €5 and the TC Bled garage €6 per hour. Rates and rules changed in 2025, so read the signs.
Once you are in Bled
Most sights are within walking distance of each other.
Getting to Lake Bled: frequently asked questions
How do I get from Ljubljana to Lake Bled?
Take the regular bus via Kranj and Radovljica. Journeys on the timetable take 58 to 79 minutes. The train is possible but uses Lesce-Bled or Bled Jezero, which are not in the town centre.
How far is Ljubljana airport from Bled?
About 36 km. There is a public bus stop opposite Terminal A, shuttle sales at Terminal B and a taxi rank in front of Terminal B.
Do I need a vignette to drive to Bled?
Yes, for toll roads. A class 2A car vignette costs €16 for a week, €32 for a month or €117.50 for a year in 2026. Buy it before you drive and check that the plate is right.
Where do I park in Bled?
The central car park P03 costs €2.50 per hour from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with no time limit. Other municipal lots charge €4.50 per hour with time limits, and private lots charge more.
Is this the official Lake Bled website?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the website of the municipality of Bled, Turizem Bled or the Slovenian Tourist Board, and it is not connected to any transport operator named here.