How to get to Budapest from Ljubljana

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Compare train, coach and flight for Ljubljana to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £430.

Distance: 381 km

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£430

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£30

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£95

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5h 17m

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3h 17m

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7h 45m

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7h 15m

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4h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £30.

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

A coach is £400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Budapest costing on average £430.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 54m sooner (3h 17m by flight vs 4h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £430 compared to roughly £95 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Ljubljana to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:355h55
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    21:30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:355h55
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    21:30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1697 · LH1676
    9:353h00
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    12:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2961One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:106h10
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    19:20Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:106h30
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    19:40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:156h00
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    8:15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO618 · LO533
    17:0516h00
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    9:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2021One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO618 · LO535
    17:0518h55
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    12:00Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2021One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO618 · LO537
    17:0523h50
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    16:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2021One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Ljubljana to Budapest

Travel to Budapest 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 Ljubljana to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ljubljana and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £30.

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

A coach is £400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Budapest costing on average £430.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 45m.

The Ljubljana to Budapest distance is approximately 381 km.
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Budapest is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 13 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Budapest 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 Ljubljana to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Cityjet to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, EasyDrive, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Nomago to go to Budapest by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ljubljana to Budapest:
  • 9 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, EasyDrive, Infobus, Nomago.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Ljubljana to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Budapest, you can unwind at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of Europe's largest thermal bath complexes. Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall for local foods and crafts, or take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the House of Terror Museum to learn about Hungary's history under fascist and communist regimes, and enjoy a performance at the stunning Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss the best sights: Buda Castle offers panoramic views and houses the Budapest History Museum, while the Parliament Building and Fisherman's Bastion provide breathtaking architecture and views. St. Stephen's Basilica offers a grand interior and panoramic dome views, and Heroes' Square is noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
Three to four days in Budapest is typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and to enjoy the city's vibrant culinary and cultural scene.

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