How to travel from Ljubljana to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Ljubljana and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €68.

This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Cologne:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Cologne costing on average €85.

A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Cologne costing on average €435.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 2m.

Train takes on average 14h 23m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Cologne is approximately 482 miles (777 km).

The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Cologne is:

• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 6 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ljubljana to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Slovenske železnice (SŽ) to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.