Route guide

Ljubljana → Vilnius

1224 km · Slovenia to Lithuania · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €40+ by bus

How to travel from Ljubljana to Vilnius

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

🚄Train

€88–260

Duration: 10h 12m

via Slovenske železnice, LTG Link

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€40–106

Duration: 17h 29m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~34 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€84–267

Duration: 4h 8m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air

~191 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€147–269

Duration: 13h 36m

~208 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1224 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 Lithuania. 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 Vilnius — every option in detail

Ljubljana to Vilnius by train

Trains link Ljubljana (Slovenia) and Vilnius (Lithuania) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 12m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Slovenske železnice, LTG Link.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €88 to €260. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 191 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~174 kg on this distance.

Ljubljana to Vilnius by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Ljubljana and Vilnius with a typical journey of 17h 29m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €40 when booked in advance, rising to €106 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 Vilnius by flight

Flights between Ljubljana and Vilnius take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 8m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €84–267. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 191 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Ljubljana to Vilnius by car

The driving distance from Ljubljana to Vilnius is approximately 1407 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 36m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €147–269 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Slovenia–Lithuania 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 208 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Ljubljana and Vilnius is approximately 1224 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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