Route guide

Copenhagen → Ljubljana

1078 km · Denmark to Slovenia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Ljubljana

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Ljubljana — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€80–234

Duration: 8h 59m

via DSB, Slovenske železnice

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–95

Duration: 15h 24m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~30 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€78–249

Duration: 3h 56m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air

~168 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€129–237

Duration: 11h 59m

~183 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Ljubljana highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1078 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Slovenia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Ljubljana — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Ljubljana by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Ljubljana (Slovenia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 59m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, Slovenske železnice.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €80 to €234. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 168 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~153 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Ljubljana by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Ljubljana with a typical journey of 15h 24m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €36 when booked in advance, rising to €95 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Ljubljana by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Ljubljana take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 56m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air.

Typical fare range is €78–249. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 168 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Ljubljana by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Ljubljana is approximately 1240 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 59m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €129–237 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Slovenia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 183 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Ljubljana is approximately 1078 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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