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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Ispra is to bus and train which costs €70 - €90 and takes 30h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Ispra is to fly and train which takes 7h 16m and costs €110 - €330.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Ispra?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Ispra. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Ispra via Loekoeshaza, Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, Milano Porta Garibaldi and Sesto Calende. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 51m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Ispra?

The distance between Bucharest and Ispra is 1453 km. The road distance is 1649.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Ispra without a car is to train and bus which takes 26h 32m and costs €75 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Bucharest to Ispra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Ispra train from?

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

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Ispra?

Ispra is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 6:23 AM in Bucharest and 5:23 AM in Ispra.

Where does the Bucharest to Ispra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Ispra?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Ispra is 1650 km. It takes approximately 17h 43m to drive from Bucharest to Ispra.

Where can I stay near Ispra?

There are 3269+ hotels available in Ispra.

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

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

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 Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)OTP - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varese
7h 16m
€110–325
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)BBU - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varese
10h 10m
€61–241
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Ploieşti SudIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Galaţi / ...
2. Take the bus from Ploieşti to Lugano
26h 32m
€75–133
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Lokoshaza
2. Take the train from Loekoeshaza to Budapest-KeletiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien HbfEc / ...
4. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Milano P.GaribaldiNj
5. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Sesto CalendeR23
36h 51m
€178–420
Drive 1,649.6 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Ispra1,649.6 km
17h 43m
€258–372
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)OTP - LIN
2. Take the train from Milano Cadorna to Gavirate
9h 36m
€145–317
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)OTP - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arona
3. Take the ferry from Arona to Angera
8h 50m
€103–321
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)OTP - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
10h 21m
€194–379
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)BBU - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arona
3. Take the ferry from Arona to Angera
9h 29m
€78–277
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bucureşti to Bresica
2. Take the train from Brescia to TreviglioR4
3. Take the train from Treviglio to VareseS5
30h 2m
€71–87
Bus, train via București, Autogara Militari
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Brescia
2. Take the train from Brescia to TreviglioR4
3. Take the train from Treviglio to VareseS5
34h 17m
€80–172

Bucharest to Ispra by train and night train

7Weekly Services

36h 51mAverage Duration

€178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,453.1 km
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Ispra, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Bucharest to Ispra. However, you can take the shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, walk to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), walk to Malpensa Aeroporto T1, take the train to Varese, walk to Varese, V. Veneto 9, then take the bus to Ispra, Mazzini 59,banca. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bucharest to Ispra, Mazzini 59,banca via Ploieşti Sud, Ploieşti, Lugano, Lugano, Varese, and Varese, V. Veneto 9 in around 26h 32m.

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