Route guide

Ljubljana → Stockholm

1495 km · Slovenia to Sweden · Fastest: 5h by flight · Cheapest: €46+ by bus

How to travel from Ljubljana to Stockholm

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

🚄Train

€105–309

Duration: 12h 27m

via Slovenske železnice, SJ

~21 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€46–125

Duration: 21h 21m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~42 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€95–299

Duration: 4h 30m

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

~233 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€179–329

Duration: 16h 36m

~254 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1495 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 Sweden. 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 Stockholm — every option in detail

Ljubljana to Stockholm by train

Trains link Ljubljana (Slovenia) and Stockholm (Sweden) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 12h 27m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Slovenske železnice, SJ.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €105 to €309. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 21 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 233 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~212 kg on this distance.

Ljubljana to Stockholm by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Ljubljana and Stockholm with a typical journey of 21h 21m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €46 when booked in advance, rising to €125 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 Stockholm by flight

Flights between Ljubljana and Stockholm take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 30m 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 €95–299. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 233 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Ljubljana to Stockholm by car

The driving distance from Ljubljana to Stockholm is approximately 1719 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 16h 36m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €179–329 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Slovenia–Sweden 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 254 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Ljubljana and Stockholm is approximately 1495 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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