Intercity buses
Buses run from Ulaanbaatar to most aimag (provincial) centres, such as Kharkhorin, Dalanzadgad in the Gobi and Mörön near Khuvsgul. Journeys are long: often 6 to 12 hours or more.
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Long-distance buses in Mongolia
Buses connect Ulaanbaatar with most provincial towns: the cheapest way to travel, if you have time. Local companies can get tickets for you.
Bus stations in Ulaanbaatar
Most long-distance buses leave from the Dragon bus station in western Ulaanbaatar; some buses to the east leave from the east side of the city. Check which station when you book.
Shared minivans
Shared minivans also run between towns and leave when they're full. Faster than buses on some routes, but less comfortable and with no fixed timetable.
Getting to the sights
Buses stop in towns, not at the sights: from the town you usually still need a local driver to reach the dunes, lakes or monasteries.
Good to know
Buy ahead in summer
Seats sell out in July and around Naadam and holidays. Buy at least a day ahead, and bring your passport: you may need it to buy a ticket.
Prices
Prices here are our rough estimates. The company confirms the fare, plus any booking fee, in its reply.