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Taking the train

If you’re heading to Slovenia from one of the outer edges of Europe, catching the train is a relatively quick way of getting there without the hassle of airports and baggage limits. The simplest route from the UK is to take the Eurostar to Paris and from there to Strasbourg. From Strasbourg, there is an overnight train to Vienna and from there it’s just a short trip to Jesenice in Slovenia and the heart of the mountains. The whole trip is less than two days. Other options from other parts of Europe are also possible but entry into the north at Jesenice or into Brežice from Zagreb are the easiest by far.

Always check the provision for bicycle carriage with the train companies before travelling as it can vary widely between countries – and even within them, depending on the type of service.

Driving

If you have the time, driving to Slovenia might be the best option if you have a lot to carry or you’re heading there from a country not too far away.

The roads across most of Europe are excellent and Slovenia is well serviced with border entries along highways. You can enter from Italy at Gorizia or Trieste, from Austria at Villach, Wolfsberg or Graz, from Hungary into Lendava and from Croatia at a number of points. Of course, as Slovenia is in the Schengen zone, none of these crossings requires a passport. If cost or time is an issue, you can sleep in your vehicle at many of the motorway service stations along the way; this is commonly done on the continent and many of the stops have shower facilities.