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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Bucharest is to train and bus which costs $110 - $150 and takes 28h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $130 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Genoa and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 32h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Verona Porta Nuova, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 57m.

How far is it from Genoa to Bucharest?

The distance between Genoa and Bucharest is 1478 km. The road distance is 1714.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus via Milan which takes 25h 50m and costs $90 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Genoa to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Bucharest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Genoa to Bucharest train from?

Genoa to Bucharest train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Genoa to Bucharest is to train which takes 30h 57m and costs $340 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $250 and takes 32h 40m.

Where does the Genoa to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Genoa and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Genoa. It is currently 10:29 AM in Genoa and 11:29 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Genoa to Bucharest train arrive?

Genoa to Bucharest train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Bucharest is 1715 km. It takes approximately 18h 5m to drive from Genoa to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5322+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Genoa to Bucharest - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Genoa to Bucharest by train, plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Bologna Centrale
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BLQ - OTP
7h 14m
$143–411
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to București, Autogara Militari1922
32h 40m
$90–250
Train, bus via Milan
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the bus from Stazione Centrale M2 M3 to Ploieşti
3. Take the train from Ploieşti Sud to Bucharest
25h 50m
$91–175
Train
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Verona Porta NuovaFr
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof89
3. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Wien MeidlingRjx
4. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
30h 57m
$340–610
Drive 1,714.6 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Bucharest1,714.6 km
18h 5m
$311–448
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BGY - OTP
8h 20m
$119–366
Train to Pisa International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Pisa Centrale
2. Fly from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)PSA - OTP
6h 27m
$139–357
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)MXP - OTP
8h 32m
$119–374
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BGY - BBU
8h 50m
$107–299
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to BresciaFr
2. Take the bus from Bresica to Bucureşti
28h 39m
$112–150

Genoa to Bucharest by train

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30h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,478 km
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Bucuresti Nord via Verona Porta Nuova, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Wien Meidling in around 30h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to București, Autogara Militari twice a week. Tickets cost $90–250 and the journey takes 32h 40m.

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