The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ljubljana to Budapest
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ljubljana to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Budapest will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $51.
Of the 6 buses that leave Ljubljana for Budapest every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 381 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Ljubljana to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $41.
Distance: 381 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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$48 Average Price Cheapest | $438 Average Price | $57 Average Price |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 46m Average total duration 17h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ljubljana to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Budapest coaches for today, Wednesday, 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 pm Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 9h00 | 3:50 am Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 am Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 12h25 | 10:05 pm Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:10 pm Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h30 | 6:40 pm Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 pm Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h10 | 6:20 pm Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 pm Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 11h45 | 2:10 am Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ljubljana to Budapest
Buses from Ljubljana to Budapest run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 381 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 381 km |
Average bus duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Nomago from Ljubljana to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Ljubljana to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, Nomago for as low as $28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ljubljana to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana to Budapest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Nomago
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Nomago
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Nomago
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Nomago
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Nomago
- Small pets allowed in carrier
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ljubljana and Budapest
- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
Most popular bus connections from Ljubljana
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