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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Bucharest is to bus which costs $80 - $160 and takes 34h.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Bucharest is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $150 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 34h.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Zuerich Hb and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 29m.

How far is it from Geneva to Bucharest?

The distance between Geneva and Bucharest is 1594 km. The road distance is 1940.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 1m and costs $150 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Geneva to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Bucharest bus from?

Geneva to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Bucharest train from?

Geneva to Bucharest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Geneva to Bucharest is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $150 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $420 - $650 and takes 31h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 34h.

Where does the Geneva to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Geneva and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Geneva. It is currently 12:50 PM in Geneva and 1:50 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Geneva to Bucharest train arrive?

Geneva to Bucharest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Bucharest is 1940 km. It takes approximately 21h 34m to drive from Geneva to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Geneva to Bucharest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Geneva 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 from Geneva International Airport
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)GVA - OTP
5h 22m
$159–324
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to București, Autogara Militari1921
34h
$80–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Genève to LuzernIc
2. Take the bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Ploieşti
3. Take the train from Ploieşti Sud to Bucharest
29h 1m
$150–255
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien HbfRjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord347
31h 29m
$427–642
Drive 1,940.4 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Bucharest1,940.4 km
21h 34m
$392–566
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ZRH - OTP
7h 57m
$239–457
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Annemasse to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)LYS - OTP
8h 9m
$154–430
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Geneva to München Ost
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZ
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Bucharest
21h 49m
$446–637

Geneva to Bucharest by train

8Weekly Trains

31h 29mAverage Duration

$427Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,594.2 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Bucharest, Romania?

Anima Wings, Lufthansa, and four other airlines fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Bucuresti Nord via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, and Wien Hbf in around 31h 29m.

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