The average train between Satu Mare and Bucharest takes 16h 54m and the fastest train takes 15h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Satu Mare to Bucharest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Satu Mare and Bucharest. The earliest departure is at 9:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Satu Mare is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Bucharest at 12:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Carei and take an average of 16h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Satu Mare to Bucharest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Satu Mare to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Satu Mare station and arriving at Bucharest station via Brasov. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 54m.
Satu Mare to Bucharest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Carei station.
Satu Mare to Bucharest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Bucharest station.
The distance between Satu Mare and Bucharest is 450.1 km. The road distance is 708 km.
You can take a train from Satu Mare to Bucharest via Carei and Brașov in around 14h 33m.