- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian art, and European painting.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Maribor to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maribor to Budapest will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 10 buses that leave Maribor for Budapest on Mon, May 25, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Maribor to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $289 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 48m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Maribor to Budapest:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Maribor to Budapest costing on average $33 (€27).
A train is $263 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Maribor to Budapest costing on average $289 (€234).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Flight takes on average 14h 48m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Maribor to Budapest buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:00 AM Maribor, Bus Station | 4h15 | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 AM Maribor, Glavna železniška postaja | 3h30 | 8:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM Maribor, Bus Station | 10h10 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Maribor, Bus Station | 8h15 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 7h00 | 8:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 7h20 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 4h20 | 7:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 4h40 | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 8h50 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Maribor, Bus Station | 9h10 | 4:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 2:35 AM Maribor, Bus Station | 4h20 | 6:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Maribor to Budapest run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian art, and European painting.
The national art museum inside Buda Castle, showcasing Hungarian art from medieval works to modern painting and sculpture.
A powerful museum on 20th-century fascist and communist repression in Hungary, known for immersive and emotional exhibits.
Historic hilltop quarter of cobbled lanes, courtyards, and viewpoints, ideal for scenic walks and classic Budapest atmosphere.
Elegant boulevard lined with mansions, cultural institutions, and luxury storefronts, connecting downtown with Heroes’ Square.
Major viewpoint area with panoramic city vistas, walking paths, and some of Budapest’s most shared skyline photos.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich goulash soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables. In Budapest, it is a classic introduction to traditional home-style cooking.
A slow-cooked meat stew seasoned with onion and sweet paprika, usually served with nokedli. It is one of the most typical hearty Hungarian main dishes.
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with dumplings. It is a beloved comfort dish found across traditional Budapest restaurants.
A long-running family restaurant known for classic Hungarian and Hungarian-Jewish dishes. Warm, traditional atmosphere and consistently strong reputation.
A Michelin-starred Budapest restaurant presenting refined modern Hungarian cuisine with strong local ingredients and elegant service.
An established traditional restaurant near City Park, famous for generous portions of goulash, paprikash, and other classic Hungarian meals.
Cheaper than many Western European capitals. Good value for transit, casual dining, and attractions; upscale hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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