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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Bucharest is to night train via Koebanya-Kispest which costs $40 - $55 and takes 19h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ferencvaros and arriving at Bucuresti Nord. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Budapest to Bucharest?

The distance between Budapest and Bucharest is 652 km. The road distance is 821.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Bucharest without a car is to train which takes 15h 24m and costs $180 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Budapest to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Bucharest bus from?

Budapest to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Bucharest train from?

Budapest to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Ferencvaros station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Budapest to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $250 and takes 15h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $35 - $95 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Budapest to Bucharest bus arrive?

Budapest to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 1:42 PM in Budapest and 2:42 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Budapest to Bucharest train arrive?

Budapest to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Bucharest is 822 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Budapest to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Bucharest?

Book your Budapest to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5348+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Budapest to Bucharest by plane, train, bus, night train, subway, 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 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BUD - OTP
4h 36m
$145–297
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to București, Autogara Militari1928 / ...
16h 25m
$35–95
Train
1. Take the train from Ferencvaros to Bucuresti Nord347
15h 24m
$180–250
Night train
1. Take the night train from Budapest-Nyugati to Bucuresti NordIrn
17h 41m
$70–80
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BUD - BBU
2. Take the subway from Aurel Vlaicu to Universitate
4h 42m
$43–190
Train, train to Oradea International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Koebanya-Kispest to Puespoekladany
2. Take the train from Puespoekladany to Biharkeresztes
3. Fly from Oradea International Airport (OMR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)OMR - OTP
6h 31m
$149–271
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)VIE - OTP
6h 49m
$135–367
Night train via Koebanya-Kispest
1. Take the night train from Koebanya-Kispest to Bucuresti NordIrn
19h 49m
$41–51
Drive 821.5 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Bucharest821.5 km
8h 42m
$144–208

Budapest to Bucharest by train

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15h 24mAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 651.9 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Tarom, Austrian Airlines, and Air Serbia fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, ÖBB operates a train from Ferencvaros to Bucuresti Nord once daily. Tickets cost $180–250 and the journey takes 15h 24m.

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