What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest is to train and bus which costs $35 - $140 and takes 18h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $120 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 33h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Siegburg/Bonn, Frankfurt, Passau Hbf and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 21m.

How far is it from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

The distance between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bucharest is 1597 km. The road distance is 1920.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 14m and costs $35 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest bus from?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest train from?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Siegburg/Bonn station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $120 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $330 - $650 and takes 30h 21m, you could also bus via Koeln Hbf, which costs $160 - $190 and takes 24h 32m.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest bus arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

What is the time difference between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Cologne Bonn Airport. It is currently 10:11 PM in Cologne Bonn Airport and 11:11 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest train arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest is 1920 km. It takes approximately 18h 42m to drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest?

Book your Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

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Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest by plane, train, bus, car, or car train

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CGN - OTP
2h 58m
$124–382
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
2. Take the bus from Aachen to Bucharest Obor
18h 14m
$37–135
Train
1. Take the train from Siegburg/Bonn to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Passau Hbf91 / ...
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien HauptbahnhofIce
4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord347
30h 21m
$330–635
Drive 1,920.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest1,920.2 km
18h 42m
$317–457
Bus via Koeln Hbf
1. Take the bus from Köln Hauptbahnhof to Bucharest
24h 32m
$163–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to București, Autogara Militari1925 / ...
33h 40m
$80–160
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
2. Take the car train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Villach Hbf
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Bucharest
19h 56m
$339–1,553

Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucharest by foot and train

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30h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,597.5 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Cologne Bonn Airport, Germany and Bucharest, Romania?

Ulendo Airlink, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bucuresti Nord via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Siegburg/Bonn, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, Passau Hbf, Wien Hauptbahnhof, and Wien Hbf in around 30h 21m.

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