THE SHORT VERSION
Budapest to Ljubljana at a glance.
- From
- Budapest
- Road distance
- About 462 km
- Straight line
- 381 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Hungary → Slovenia. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Budapest
Budapest has international coaches to Vienna, Prague, Kraków and across the Balkans, and Hungary's national bus network. Long-distance bus stations are outside the centre but well connected.
- Népliget bus station
Üllői út. Main international terminal, at Népliget metro (M3). - Stadion and Kelenföld bus stations
Domestic routes to the east and west.
Arriving in Ljubljana
Ask the seller where the service ends in Ljubljana. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Ljubljana, the road continues.
12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Ljubljana yet.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Budapest from Ljubljana by road?+
About 462 km by road (381 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Budapest to Ljubljana take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Budapest?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Budapest include Népliget bus station, Stadion and Kelenföld bus stations, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ljubljana to Budapest?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Ljubljana to Budapest as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Budapest arrive in Ljubljana?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Budapest to Ljubljana?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Budapest to Ljubljana bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Budapest to Ljubljana?+
Hungary and Slovenia are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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