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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Ljubljana will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 12 buses that leave Budapest for Ljubljana every day 9 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 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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 Budapest to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 381 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£30 Average Price | £290 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Ljubljana bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Ljubljana coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 7h37 | 19:07 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h40 | 19:35 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h07 | 19:07 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h59 | 03:09 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h05 | 00:05 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 14h05 | 10:15 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h00 | 04:00 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h41 | 08:36 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus | 05:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h05 | 11:50 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h30 | 16:05 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h50 | 16:05 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h25 | 14:50 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h05 | 14:50 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Ljubljana
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Buses from Budapest to Ljubljana run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 381 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 381 km |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Nomago from Budapest to LjubljanaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Ljubljana with FlixBus, Infobus, Nomago for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
Nomago
Buses from Budapest to Ljubljana: Journey Details
Buses from Budapest to Ljubljana do not operate every day of the week. Eurolines provides a service on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, while orangeways.com buses depart on Fridays and Sundays. All routes are direct with departures at around 6:00 a.m., and a journey time of about 7.5 hours.
Taking the Bus from Budapest
Buses from Budapest to Ljubljana depart from Nepliget Bus Station, which is next to the city's train station and conveniently located for the town centre. While the centre of Budapest is easy to navigate on foot, it does have a public transport network of buses, trams and Metro, which includes night services. Taxis are available at the bus and train stations.
Getting into Ljubljana by Bus
Ljubljana has the distinction of being the smallest capital city in Europe and sits on the River Ljubljanica. Much of the city is full of charming Baroque buildings, while the Old Town still retains some medieval homes, now used as shops and cafes. The Old Town is also full of little alleys and squares, and topped by an ancient castle. During December thousands of lights appear across the city, in installations designed by local artists. Buses from Budapest to Ljubljana arrive at the city's central bus and train station, within easy walking distance of the Old Town. Ljubljana has a network of 26 bus lines, including night routes. Taxi ranks are located at the stations.
FAQs: Budapest to Ljubljana coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana, 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 Budapest and Ljubljana
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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