What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle is to bus and train which costs 16 000 Ft - 34 000 Ft and takes 20h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle is to fly and train which takes 7h 26m and costs 50 000 Ft - 110 000 Ft.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Balatonlelle?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Balatonlelle. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Balatonlelle via Budapest-Keleti and Budapest-Kelenfoeld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 1m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Balatonlelle?

The distance between Bucharest and Balatonlelle is 961 km. The road distance is 895.8 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Balatonlelle without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle without a car is to bus and train via Budapest which takes 10h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle?

It takes approximately 10h 44m to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Balatonlelle train from?

Bucharest to Balatonlelle train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Balatonlelle?

Balatonlelle is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 12:09 AM in Bucharest and 11:09 PM in Balatonlelle.

Where does the Bucharest to Balatonlelle train arrive?

Bucharest to Balatonlelle train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Balatonlelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Balatonlelle is 896 km. It takes approximately 10h 25m to drive from Bucharest to Balatonlelle.

Where can I stay near Balatonlelle?

There are 1902+ hotels available in Balatonlelle.

Bucharest to Balatonlelle - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Bucharest to Balatonlelle by bus, train, night train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Budapest
best
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to BalatonlelleIc / ...
10h 44m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Budapest-KelenföldN910
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to BalatonlelleIc / ...
20h 34m
Ft 16,316–33,701
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to BalatonlelleIc / ...
22h 1m
Ft 30,152–34,455
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-KelenfoeldNight Train
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to BalatonlelleIc / ...
17h 30m
Ft 27,843–30,014
Drive 895.8 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Balatonlelle895.8 km
10h 25m
Ft 51,464–74,337
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)OTP - BUD
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Balatonlelle
7h 26m
Ft 51,806–102,797
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)BBU - BUD
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Balatonlelle
7h 30m
Ft 16,445–65,895
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Oradea International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Oradea International Airport (OMR)OTP - OMR
2. Take the train from Biharkeresztes to Puespoekladany
3. Take the train from Puespoekladany to Koebanya-Kispest
4. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Balatonlelle
9h 21m
Ft 54,556–90,897
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)OTP - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Balatonlelle
9h 32m
Ft 49,286–125,227

Bucharest to Balatonlelle by train

7Weekly Trains

22h 1mAverage Duration

Ft 30,152Cheapest Price

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Distance: 961.3 km
Duration: 10h 44m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Balatonlelle, Hungary?

You can take a train from Bucuresti Nord to Balatonlelle via Budapest-Keleti and Budapest-Kelenfoeld in around 22h 1m.

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