How to get to Maribor from Budapest

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Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Maribor

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Maribor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £366.

Distance: 278 km

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£34

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£366

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£81

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6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

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5h 11m

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3h 20m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 1.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from Budapest to Maribor

Compare the available ways to get from Budapest to Maribor, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Maribor is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Maribor:

A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Maribor costing on average £366.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Maribor is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Maribor take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Maribor including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £47. The journey takes 5h 46m versus 3h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Budapest to Maribor

How to get to Maribor from Budapest by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Budapest to Maribor is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • LufthansaLH1675 · LH1728
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  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO532 · LO611
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  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO538 · LO611
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Best day trips from Maribor by train

The most popular day trips by train from Maribor are Ljubljana, Celje, Ptuj and Graz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Maribor on Omio.

A view of Ljubljana

Day trip from Maribor to Ljubljana by train

Why visit Ljubljana for the day?

Ljubljana is Slovenia’s compact capital, known for its riverfront old town, elegant bridges and Ljubljana Castle. With architecture shaped by Jože Plečnik and a lively café culture, it feels relaxed, youthful and easy to explore.

A view of Celje

Day trip from Maribor to Celje by train

Why visit Celje for the day?

Celje is best known for Celje Castle and the legacy of the Counts of Celje. Its compact old centre, Roman past and riverside setting give it a calm historic character.

A view of Graz

Day trip from Maribor to Graz by train

Why visit Graz for the day?

Graz, the capital of Styria, is known for its well-preserved Old Town and contemporary architecture. Renaissance courtyards, the Schlossberg clock tower and a large student population give it an easy-going, creative feel.

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FAQs: Budapest to Maribor

Travel to Maribor easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budapest to Maribor.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Maribor including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Maribor is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Maribor:

A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Maribor costing on average £366.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Maribor is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Maribor take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 16m.

The Budapest to Maribor distance is approximately 278 km.
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Maribor is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 10 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Maribor:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and arrive in Maribor, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Maribor, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Nomago, EasyDrive to go to Maribor by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Swiss, braathens regional aviation, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Eurowings, Edelweiss Air, Avion Express Malta to go to Maribor by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Budapest to Maribor:
  • 6 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Nomago, EasyDrive.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Maribor often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, Vienna, Graz, Zagreb, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maribor and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Budapest to Maribor, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Maribor, you can ski at Mariborsko Pohorje, taste local wines at Vinag Wine Cellar, and attend a performance at the Slovene National Theatre Maribor. Explore the Maribor Art Gallery and enjoy a boat ride on the Drava River. Visit Maribor Castle, stroll through Lent, admire Maribor Cathedral, and enjoy outdoor activities in Pohorje or a leisurely walk in Mestni Park.
For Maribor, two to three days are ideal to explore its historic city centre, enjoy local wine tours, and take part in outdoor activities like hiking or skiing at Pohorje Mountain.

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