Budapest to Ljubljana train with Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Ljubljana

Showing times and prices for Mar 15

Cheapest price

€19

Average price

€19

Fastest journey

7 h 44 m

Average duration

7 h 44 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

381 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Budapest to Ljubljana will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest for Ljubljana on Sun, Mar 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 381 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .

On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
08:00AM7h44
Budapest
03:44PMLjubljana
191One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Ljubljana

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €171.

Distance: 381 km

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8h 32m

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Budapest to Ljubljana train times

The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Ljubljana trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)8:00 AM Budapest
7h44
3:44 PM Ljubljana0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Budapest to Ljubljana

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Trains from Budapest to Ljubljana run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 16:29, the last at 16:29. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 8h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
381 km
Average train duration
8h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
8h 32m
First train
16:29
Last train
16:29
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Ljubljana trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Ljubljana from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

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Average Duration
8h 32m
Cheapest Price
€17
Hungarian Railways (MÁV) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Ljubljana

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Ljubljana by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Budapest to Ljubljana can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Budapest to Ljubljana is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Budapest to Ljubljana is 8h 32m to travel the 381 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Budapest to Ljubljana leaves at 4:29 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Budapest to Ljubljana leaves at 4:29 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Budapest to Ljubljana with Hungarian Railways (MÁV). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Budapest to Ljubljana, you can count on Hungarian Railways (MÁV) for the best way to get you to Ljubljana. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Budapest and Ljubljana and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Ljubljana from Budapest is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Ljubljana including taking a train, bus, and flight.

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