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

The cheapest way to get from Hungary to Bucharest is to bus via București, Autogara Militari which costs $45 - $100 and takes 18h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hungary to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $140 - $270.

Is there a direct train between Hungary and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Hungary to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Eötvös tér and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Ferencvaros. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 46m.

How far is it from Hungary to Bucharest?

The distance between Hungary and Bucharest is 587 km. The road distance is 821.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hungary to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 9h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Hungary to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hungary to Bucharest train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hungary to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Hungary to Bucharest is to bus which takes 9h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ferencvaros, which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 46m, you could also fly, which costs $140 - $300 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the time difference between Hungary and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Hungary. It is currently 10:51 PM in Hungary and 11:51 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Hungary to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hungary to Bucharest?

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5282+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Hungary to Bucharest by bus, plane, train, car, or subway

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

Bus to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Take the bus from Szeged to Timișoara
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)TSR - OTP
4h 44m
$145–265
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, subway
cheapest
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 45m
$45–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bucharest
9h 18m
Train via Ferencvaros
1. Take the train from Ferencvaros to Bucuresti Nord347
16h 46m
$181–261
Drive 821.5 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Bucharest821.5 km
8h 42m
$144–208
Train, train to Oradea International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Debrecen to Puespoekladany
2. Take the train from Puespoekladany to Biharkeresztes
3. Fly from Oradea International Airport (OMR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)OMR - OTP
4h 30m
$147–267
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BUD - OTP
4h 39m
$147–297
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)VIE - OTP
5h 42m
$136–342
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Bucuresti Nord347
17h 41m
$191–271
Bus via București, Autogara Militari
1. Take the bus from Budapest-Kelenföld to București, Autogara MilitariN910
18h 14m
$46–96

Hungary to Bucharest by tram, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

16h 46mAverage Duration

$181Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.5 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Hungary and Bucharest, Romania?

Maxibus Travel operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bucharest twice a week, and the journey takes 8h 8m. Alternatively, ÖBB operates a train from Ferencvaros to Bucuresti Nord once daily. Tickets cost $180–260 and the journey takes 15h 24m.

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