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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Bucharest is to train and fly which costs $110 - $310 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $170 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Bucharest?

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

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Zuerich Hb and Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 52m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Bucharest?

The distance between Lausanne and Bucharest is 1654 km. The road distance is 1903.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 28h 15m and costs $130 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Lausanne to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Bucharest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Bucharest train from?

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

Train or bus from Lausanne to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Bucharest is to train which takes 29h 52m and costs $410 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $250 and takes 33h.

Where does the Lausanne to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lausanne and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Lausanne. It is currently 5:28 AM in Lausanne and 6:28 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Lausanne to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lausanne to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Bucharest is 1903 km. It takes approximately 20h 32m to drive from Lausanne to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5319+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Lausanne to Bucharest by train, plane, 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.

Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Genève-Aéroport
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)GVA - OTP
6h 7m
$176–368
Train to Basel, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Olten
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BSL - BBU
8h 11m
$115–310
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lausanne to LuzernIc
2. Take the bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Ploieşti
3. Take the train from Ploieşti Sud to Bucharest
28h 15m
$136–239
Train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien MeidlingRjx
3. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
29h 52m
$416–622
Drive 1,903.4 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Bucharest1,903.4 km
20h 32m
$384–555
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ZRH - OTP
7h 19m
$233–459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to București, Autogara Militari1921
33h
$180–250
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Lausanne to München Ost
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZ
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Bucharest
21h 8m
$433–619

Lausanne to Bucharest by train

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29h 52mAverage Duration

$416Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,654.2 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a train from Lausanne to Bucuresti Nord via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, and Wien Meidling in around 29h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to București, Autogara Militari 3 times a week. Tickets cost $180–250 and the journey takes 33h.

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