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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Hungary is to bus via București, Autogara Militari which costs 14 000 Ft - 32 000 Ft and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Hungary is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs 55 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Hungary?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bucharest and arriving at Budapest. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 12h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Hungary?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Hungary. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Deák Ferenc tér via Loekoeshaza and Keleti pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Hungary?

The distance between Bucharest and Hungary is 559 km. The road distance is 821.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Hungary without a car is to bus via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar which takes 8h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Bucharest to Hungary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Hungary bus from?

Bucharest to Hungary bus services, operated by Romfour, depart from Bucharest station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Hungary train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Hungary?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Hungary is to bus via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar which takes 8h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 26 000 Ft - 29 000 Ft and takes 15h 32m, you could also fly, which costs 49 000 Ft - 100 000 Ft and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Bucharest to Hungary bus arrive?

Bucharest to Hungary bus services, operated by Romfour, arrive at Budapest station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Hungary?

Hungary is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 12:31 AM in Bucharest and 11:31 PM in Hungary.

Where does the Bucharest to Hungary train arrive?

Bucharest to Hungary train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Lokoshaza station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Hungary?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Hungary is 821 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Bucharest to Hungary.

Where can I stay near Hungary?

There are 55+ hotels available in Hungary.

Bucharest to Hungary - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Bucharest to Hungary by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Oradea International Airport, train
best
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 Debrecen
4h 48m
Ft 54,785–93,730
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)BBU - BUD
4h 54m
Ft 14,069–63,129
Bus via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
8h 20m
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to LokoshazaIR-N: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Lokoshaza / ...
2. Take the train from Loekoeshaza to Budapest-KeletiIc / ...
15h 32m
Ft 26,191–28,496
Night train
1. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-KelenfoeldNight Train
16h 11m
Ft 26,335–28,137
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)OTP - BUD
4h 50m
Ft 49,575–100,230
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR)OTP - TSR
2. Take the bus from Timișoara to Szeged
6h 23m
Ft 48,935–87,930
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 Gyoer
6h 6m
Ft 46,735–112,630
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Budapest
12h 39m
Bus via București, Autogara Militari
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Budapest-KelenföldN910
18h 45m
Ft 14,265–31,544
Drive 821.3 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Budapest821.3 km
8h 39m
Ft 47,816–69,068

Bucharest to Hungary by train and subway

28Weekly Services

15h 32mAverage Duration

Ft 26,191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 558.9 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Hungary?

Maxibus Travel operates a bus from Bucharest to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar twice a week, and the journey takes 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bucharest to Deák Ferenc tér via Lokoshaza, Loekoeshaza, Budapest-Keleti, and Keleti pályaudvar in around 15h 32m.

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