Route guide

Ljubljana → Copenhagen

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

How to travel from Ljubljana to Copenhagen

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

🚄Train

€80–234

Duration: 8h 59m

via Slovenske železnice, DSB

~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, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air, SAS

~168 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€129–237

Duration: 11h 59m

~183 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Ljubljana and Copenhagen 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 Slovenia into Denmark. 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.

Ljubljana to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Ljubljana to Copenhagen by train

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

Operators on this corridor include Slovenske železnice, DSB.

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.

Ljubljana to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Ljubljana and Copenhagen 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.

Ljubljana to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Ljubljana and Copenhagen 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, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air, SAS.

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.

Ljubljana to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Ljubljana to Copenhagen 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 Slovenia–Denmark 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 Ljubljana and Copenhagen 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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