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Museum on Water - Bay of Bones
Museum on water featuring reconstructed prehistoric pile dwellings, offering a vivid look at early lake settlement life.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budva to Ohrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budva to Ohrid will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 buses that leave Budva for Ohrid every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 208 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.


The table below shows live departures for Budva to Ohrid coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:13 Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица) | 8h50 | 5:03 Ohrid, Avtobuska stanica (Охрид, Автобуска станица) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Budva to Ohrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 20:13, the last at 21:41. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 20:13 |
Last bus 21:41 |
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Discover the best of Ohrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ohrid trip today.
Museum on water featuring reconstructed prehistoric pile dwellings, offering a vivid look at early lake settlement life.
Housed in a grand historic residence, this museum presents archaeology, icons and local history from the Ohrid region.
Compact icon museum inside a historic church complex, displaying significant religious art from Ohrid's tradition.
Classic lakeside promenade for strolling, boat watching and easy access to the harbour, old town and sunset views.
Historic old-town quarter of narrow lanes, traditional houses and church-lined paths, ideal for walking and photography.
Popular wooden boardwalk and cliffside walking route linking the centre with Kaneo, with memorable lake-level scenery.
Ohrid trout from Lake Ohrid, usually grilled or baked. It is a signature local fish long associated with the town’s lakeside food culture.
Tavče gravče is baked beans cooked slowly with onions, peppers and paprika in an earthenware dish. It is a classic Macedonian comfort food.
Ajvar is a roasted red pepper spread, often made with aubergine and oil. It is a staple relish across North Macedonia, especially with grilled dishes.
Well-known old town restaurant serving grilled meats, local fish and Macedonian classics in a casual courtyard atmosphere.
Established lakeside restaurant known for fish, Macedonian dishes and broad lake views in a relaxed traditional setting.
Refined restaurant at Inex Olgica Hotel, recognised for seafood, lake fish and polished service with lake-facing views.
Ohrid is cheaper than many European lake resorts, with low dining and taxi costs and generally affordable rooms outside peak summer.
A tip of 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in cafés and for taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budva to Ohrid 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 Ohrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budva to Ohrid buses use the Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица) to Ohrid, Avtobuska stanica (Охрид, Автобуска станица) station pair, with some services arriving at Ohrid, St. Paul the Apostle Airport. Use this guide to compare Budva and Ohrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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