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

The cheapest way to get from Kaunas to Bucharest is to train and fly which costs $65 - $210 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaunas to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 8h 24m and costs $90 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Kaunas and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaunas station to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Kaunas Central bus station and arriving at Bucur Obor via Dvirtsevyi Bus Station and Doraly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Kaunas and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Kaunas to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Kaunas and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Krakow Glowny and Wien Westbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 36m.

How far is it from Kaunas to Bucharest?

The distance between Kaunas and Bucharest is 1251 km. The road distance is 1480.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaunas to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 21h 27m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Kaunas to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaunas to Bucharest bus from?

Kaunas to Bucharest bus services, operated by Ecolines (Autolux), depart from Kaunas Central bus station.

Where do I catch the Kaunas to Bucharest train from?

Kaunas to Bucharest train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Kaunas station.

Train, bus or fly from Kaunas to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Kaunas to Bucharest is to bus which takes 21h 27m and costs $110 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $380 - $750 and takes 39h 36m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $260 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Kaunas to Bucharest bus arrive?

Kaunas to Bucharest bus services, operated by Ecolines (Autolux), arrive at Dvirtsevyi Bus Station.

Where does the Kaunas to Bucharest train arrive?

Kaunas to Bucharest train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis station.

Can I drive from Kaunas to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaunas to Bucharest is 1481 km. It takes approximately 21h 16m to drive from Kaunas to Bucharest.

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

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Where can I stay near Bucharest?

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Kaunas to Bucharest - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Kaunas to Bucharest by train, plane, bus, 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 Vilnius Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Take the train from Kaunas to Vilniaus geležinkelio stotistrain
2. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane VNO - OTP
8h 24m
$90–243
Train to Vilnius Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kaunas to Vilniaus geležinkelio stotistrain
2. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane VNO - BBU
9h 2m
$66–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaunas Central bus station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Stationbus 824103
2. Take the bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to Bucharest Doraly Expo Marketbus Gns-01
21h 27m
$110–154
Train
1. Take the train from Kaunas to Vilniaus geležinkelio stotistrain 828 / ...
2. Take the train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Kraków Głównytrain
3. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Ic
4. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
39h 36m
$387–744
Drive 1,480.9 km
1. Drive from Kaunas to Bucharestcar 1,480.9 km
21h 16m
$255–368
Fly Kaunas to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Fly from Kaunas (KUN) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane KUN - OTP
8h 35m
$88–253
Car to Riga International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Drive from Kaunas Airport to Riga Airportcar
2. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane RIX - OTP
9h 46m
$138–803
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kaunas, Lithuania to Chișinău, North Bus Stationbus Kaunas/Chișinău
2. Take the train from Chisinau to Bucuresti Nordtrain 401
32h 29m
$128–200
Bus via Warsaw
1. Take the bus from Kaunas Central Bus Station to Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodnibus Lux Express EL-20
2. Take the bus from Warsaw, Bus Station West to București, Autogara Militaribus N910
35h 40m
$179–283

Kaunas to Bucharest by train

7Weekly Trains

39h 36mAverage Duration

$387Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,251.4 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Kaunas, Lithuania and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a bus from Kaunas Central bus station to Bucur Obor via Dvirtsevyi Bus Station, Bucharest Doraly Expo Market, and Doraly in around 21h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kaunas to Bucuresti Nord via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Kraków Główny, Krakow Glowny, and Wien Westbahnhof in around 39h 36m.

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