How to get from Ljubljana to Budapest
- 383 km as the crow flies
- 21 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
5h 55m
direct
Bus
€24
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Ljubljana to Budapest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 55m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 383 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
383 km
Ljubljana to Budapest: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ljubljana → Budapest Népligetbus
FlixBus·5h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Ljubljana to Budapest
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€146Departures from Ljubljana to Budapest
FlixBus runs 21 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:15 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 21 | 00:15 | 23:50 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 5h 55m€25Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ljubljana to Budapest works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Ljubljana to Budapest Népliget, about 5h 55m. In total it's roughly €24 over 5h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Ljubljana to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ljubljana to Budapest?
The most useful route takes about 5h 55m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Ljubljana to Budapest?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:15 and the last at 23:50, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Ljubljana to Budapest?
21 a day with FlixBus, between 00:15 and 23:50.
How far is Budapest from Ljubljana?
About 383 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ljubljana to Budapest cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €24. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Ljubljana to Budapest?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Ljubljana to Budapest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 5h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ljubljana to Budapest?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026