How to get from Budapest to Ljubljana
About traveling from Budapest to Ljubljana
Hugging the banks of the Danube, beautiful Budapest offers one of the most stunning architectural ensembles in central Europe. As one of the greenest cities in the world, the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana offers its own charms, captivating visitors with its Castle, and picturesque old town. Between Budapest and Ljubljana are some exceptional sights, including the noble city of Szekesfehervar, the magnificent Brunszvik Castle, the views from the Sphere Lookout, and the charming towns of Maribor, Celje, and Kamnik. However, the only way to experience these is to book a private car transfer with Daytrip.
How to get from Budapest to Ljubljana
If you’re travelling from Budapest to Ljubljana, you have several travel options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Ljubljana. The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Ljubljana is by car, and a car is of course the best way to travel from Budapest to Ljubljana since it’s so convenient. It’s also possible to take a train from Budapest to Ljubljana, though with only one direct ride each day, it is the least efficient option.
Budapest to Ljubljana by train
To travel from Budapest to Ljubljana by train, you need to get to the Budapest Deli station and purchase a ticket to Ljubljana Main Station, or you can buy your tickets in advance online. There is one direct train each day, which departs at 8:30am. The train from Budapest to Ljubljana is operated by Hungarian Railways, with train tickets from Budapest to Ljubljana costing €32 on average for the 8 hour trip. The distance from Budapest to Ljubljana is about 380 kilometers.Trains have bathrooms on board, and usually offer a dining car.
Budapest to Ljubljana by bus
To travel from Budapest to Ljubljana by bus, you must go to either Budapest, Konyves Kalman korut or Kelenfold vasutallomas Etele ter stations, and purchase a ticket to Ljubljana, Trg Osvobodilne fronte 4. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to purchase them in advance. The earliest bus is at 7:30 AM, and the last bus is at 8:30 PM, with busses departing every 2-4 hours, depending on the time of day (more frequent departures in the afternoon/evening). The bus from Budapest to Ljubljana is run by Flixbus, with bus tickets from Budapest to Ljubljana costing €26 on average for the 9 hour trip. The distance from Budapest to Ljubljana is about 380 kilometers.Most options are not direct and require a transfer on the route from Budapest to Ljubljana.
Budapest to Ljubljana by Private Car Transfer
For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Budapest to Ljubljana. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Ljubljana, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!
Book a Private Car Transfer from Budapest to Ljubljana
Going the other direction? Check our guide on How to get from Ljubljana to Budapest