How to get to Maribor?

Maribor is located at the crossroads of major European transport routes, just 20 kilometres from the Austrian border. Thanks to its excellent road, rail and bus connections, the city is easily accessible from Slovenia and abroad. You can reach Maribor by car, train or bus, while nearby international airports in Graz, Zagreb and Ljubljana provide convenient options for air travel.

By plane

Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport is located in the immediate vicinity of Maribor, approximately 10 kilometres from the city centre. The airport primarily serves general aviation and other aviation activities and currently does not offer scheduled passenger flights.

For travellers arriving on scheduled flights, the most convenient option is Graz Airport in Austria, located approximately 64 kilometres from Maribor. Other options include Zagreb and Ljubljana airports.

Nearest International Airports:

Transport from Airports to Maribor

You can reach Maribor from nearby international airports by shuttle service, public transport, taxi or rental car. Transport options vary depending on the airport, so we recommend checking connections and timetables before your journey.

From Graz Airport (Austria)

Graz Airport is the nearest major international airport, located approximately 64 kilometres from Maribor.

  • Shuttle service: GoOpti offers shared or private transfers directly from Graz Airport to Maribor.

  • Train: The Flughafen Graz/Feldkirchen railway station is approximately 300 metres from the terminal. Take the S1 train to Spielfeld-Straß, then continue towards Maribor. Check whether transfers are required.

  • Bus: Bus line 630 connects the airport with Graz, where you can continue your journey to Maribor by train or international bus.

  • Taxi or car rental: Taxis are available outside the terminal, and several car rental companies operate at the airport.

Timetables and Reservations: Airport Graz, ÖBB, GoOpti.

From Zagreb Airport (Croatia)

Franjo Tuđman Airport is located approximately 132 kilometres from Maribor.

  • Shuttle service: GoOpti offers shared and private transfers directly to Maribor.

  • Bus: Pleso Prijevoz operates a shuttle service between the airport and Zagreb's main bus station. The journey takes approximately 35 to 40 minutes. From there, you can continue to Maribor by bus, subject to availability on your chosen travel date.

  • Train: From the airport, first travel to Zagreb and then to the main railway station, Zagreb Glavni kolodvor. From there, train connections to Maribor are available, either direct or with transfers.

  • Taxi or car rental: Taxis, private transfer services and car rental companies are available at the airport.

Timetables and Reservations: Airport Zagreb, Croatia Railways, GoOpti.

From Ljubljana Airport (Slovenia)

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is located approximately 150 kilometres from Maribor.

  • Shuttle service: GoOpti offers direct transfers from the airport to Maribor, with no transfers required.

  • Bus: Bus services connect the airport with Ljubljana. At Ljubljana's main bus station, you can transfer to an intercity bus to Maribor.

  • Train: Take a bus from the airport to Ljubljana, then continue by train from Ljubljana's main railway station to Maribor. The train journey usually takes approximately 2 to 3 hours.

  • Taxi or car rental: Taxis, private transfer services and car rental companies are available at the airport.

Timetables and Reservations: Airport Ljubljana, Slovenian Railways, Bus Station Ljubljana, GoOpti.

From Klagenfurt Airport (Austria)

Klagenfurt Airport is located approximately 181 kilometres from Maribor.

  • Train: Klagenfurt Annabichl railway station is approximately a 7-minute walk from the airport. The S1 train takes around 5 minutes to reach Klagenfurt's main railway station. From there, you can continue to Maribor by train, with transfers required.

  • Bus: City bus line 4 connects the airport with Klagenfurt city centre and the main railway station. From there, you can continue your journey to Maribor by train or another available transport service.

  • Private transfer: Private transport providers, including Kärnten Transfer, offer pre-booked transfer services. Check availability for transfers to Maribor directly with the provider.

  • Taxi or car rental: Taxi ranks are located outside the airport, and car rental services are also available.

Timetables and Reservations: Airport Klagenfurt, ÖBB, Kärnten Transfer.

Important: We recommend booking shuttle services in advance. When combining bus and train connections, check transfer times, as not all services operate daily or at all hours. Prices and journey times vary depending on the transport provider, departure time and traffic conditions.

By train

Maribor is an important railway hub in northeastern Slovenia, offering connections to major Slovenian cities and destinations abroad. International rail services connect the city primarily with Austria, with onward connections to Germany, Croatia and other European countries.

Maribor's main railway station is located on Partizanska cesta, close to the main bus station and the city centre.

The largest railway operator in Slovenia is Slovenian Railways. For planning international journeys, you can also use ÖBB and Deutsche Bahn.

Railway information: 080 81 11 (from Slovenia) or +386 1 29 13 331 (from abroad).

Main Railway Stations in Maribor

  • Maribor Railway Station: Partizanska cesta 50, the city's main passenger railway station, located close to the city centre.

  • Maribor Tezno: A railway stop in the Tezno district, providing access to the southeastern part of the city.

  • Maribor Studenci: A railway station in the Studenci district, offering connections towards Dravograd.

Main Railway Connections

  • Ljubljana–Maribor: Approximately 2 to 3 hours

  • Celje–Maribor: Approximately 1 hour

  • Ptuj–Maribor: Less than 1 hour

  • Graz–Maribor: International rail connection via Šentilj

Actual journey times depend on the selected train, transfers and timetable.

Tickets and Timetables: potniski.sz.si

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by bus

Maribor's main bus station, Maribor Bus Station, is located on Mlinska ulica, on the eastern edge of the city centre and close to the main railway station.

The station serves as the central hub for local, regional and international bus services. It features 25 covered platforms and provides passengers with access to ticket offices, information services and a waiting area.

Regional bus connections are operated by companies such as Arriva, while international services are also provided by FlixBus. Local city bus services are operated by Marprom.

Bus Connection Information:: +386 59 180 482, marprom.si.

Main Bus Station

Maribor Bus Station

Mlinska ulica 1, 2000 Maribor

Ticket offices, information desk and waiting area:

  • Monday–Friday: 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

  • Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 8:00 a.m. –8:00 p.m.

The bus station is accessible 24 hours a day.

Marprom Public Transport Company

Main Bus Connections

  • Regional Bus Connections

Maribor offers bus connections to numerous destinations across Slovenia, including Ptuj, Slovenska Bistrica, Lenart and other towns in the Drava region.

  • International Bus Connections

International bus operators provide connections to cities across Europe. Direct services and routes requiring transfers vary depending on the travel date and operator.

  • Local City Bus Services

Maribor has an extensive network of city bus routes connecting the city centre, residential areas and major tourist attractions. Tickets can be purchased at designated sales points or through the available ticketing options for each route.

Timetables and Ticket Purchases:

By car

Maribor enjoys a convenient location at the crossroads of major European road networks. The city is accessible via Slovenia’s A1, A4 and A5 motorways, providing connections from Ljubljana, Austria, Croatia and Hungary.

From Graz, you can reach Maribor via Austria’s A9 motorway and Slovenia’s A1, while Ljubljana is connected to Maribor via the A1 motorway. If travelling from Zagreb, you can reach Maribor via the Gruškovje border crossing area and the A4 motorway.

Vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tonnes require an electronic vignette (e-vignette) to use Slovenian motorways and expressways covered by the vignette system. You can purchase one through the official DARS online shop or at authorised points of sale.

Maribor offers public car parks, parking garages and paid on-street parking spaces in designated white zones. Parking fees can be paid at parking meters or through available mobile payment options, including the EasyPark app.

Parking Information: Municipality of Maribor.

E-Vignette Prices for Passenger Cars up to 3.5 Tonnes (Toll Class 2A)

  • 7 days: €16

  • 1 month: €32

  • 1 year: €117.50

These prices apply to toll class 2A and have been verified for 2026. Different rates apply to other vehicle categories.

Purchase an E-Vignette: evinjeta.dars.si

Roadside Assistance and Towing Service (24/7)

AMZS, Automobile Association of Slovenia

AMZS Maribor: Zagrebška cesta 25, 2000 Maribor

Distances from Maribor to Slovenian and European cities

City

Distance

Ljubljana

130 km

Celje

55 km

Ptuj

30 km

Murska Sobota

60 km

Graz

70 km

Zagreb

120 km

Klagenfurt

130 km

Trieste

230 km

Vienna

260 km

Venice

370 km

Frequently Asked Questions

In the City Centre Parking is subject to a fee in designated areas of the Municipality of Maribor. Public off-street car parks have barrier-controlled access, and parking fees must be paid at a payment machine before exiting the car park. For on-street parking in designated zones along municipal roads, parking fees must be paid in advance, either at a parking meter or via SMS using a mobile phone. Parking Garages Parking is available in the following garages in the city centre: F-City Parking Garage Union Parking Garage Maribox Parking Garage Parking Garage beneath Maribor Market UKC Maribor Parking Garage Motorhome Parking Areas
Vignette system in Slovenia An e-vignette is mandatory for passenger vehicles with a maximum permissible weight of up to 3,500 kg when using motorways and certain expressways in Slovenia. Vehicles weighing over 3,500 kg and buses are subject to a separate toll payment system. What is an e-vignette? An e-vignette is a modern, digital version of the traditional windscreen sticker. There is no need to attach it to your vehicle or remove it after it expires. Its main purpose remains the same: it allows you to use Slovenia's motorways and expressways covered by the vignette system during its validity period. The fee is not based on the distance travelled. The e-vignette is linked to the vehicle's registration number. When purchasing one, you must enter the correct licence plate number and country of registration, and select the appropriate toll class. E-vignette prices (passenger cars) Annual e-vignette: €117.50 Monthly e-vignette: €32.00 Weekly e-vignette: €16.00 Where can I buy an e-vignette? Online via the official [evinjeta.dars.si](https://evinjeta.dars.si/) website. At petrol stations in Slovenia and abroad. At newsagents, post offices, Kompas offices and other authorised retailers. Note: The prices listed apply to toll class 2A. Vehicles over 3,500 kg use the electronic DarsGo tolling system rather than paying at toll booths.
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The nearest international airport with scheduled passenger flights is Graz Airport in Austria, approximately 64 kilometres from Maribor. Other options include Zagreb and Ljubljana airports.
You can travel from Graz Airport to Maribor by shuttle service, taxi or a combination of train connections. Private and shared transfer services, such as GoOpti, are also available.
Yes, Maribor is connected to numerous Slovenian and European cities by train and bus. The main railway and bus stations are located close to the city centre, making it easy to continue exploring the city on foot or by local bus.