Route guide

Ljubljana → Madrid

1598 km · Slovenia to Spain · Fastest: 5h by flight · Cheapest: €49+ by bus

How to travel from Ljubljana to Madrid

There are 3 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Madrid — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

€49–132

Duration: 22h 50m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~45 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€99–312

Duration: 4h 38m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air, Iberia

~249 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€192–352

Duration: 17h 45m

~272 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1598 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
No practical train option — flying is your fastest choice. Book 3–6 weeks ahead for low-cost fares.
This route crosses from Slovenia into Spain. 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 Madrid — every option in detail

Ljubljana to Madrid by train

Train service is not regularly available on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Ljubljana and Madrid via international airports.

Ljubljana to Madrid by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Ljubljana and Madrid with a typical journey of 22h 50m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €49 when booked in advance, rising to €132 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 Madrid by flight

Flights between Ljubljana and Madrid take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 38m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €99–312. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Given the 1598 km distance, flying is the practical choice for most travellers on this route.

Climate footprint: approximately 249 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Ljubljana to Madrid by car

The driving distance from Ljubljana to Madrid is approximately 1838 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 17h 45m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €192–352 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Slovenia–Spain 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 272 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Ljubljana and Madrid is approximately 1598 kilometres. 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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