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

The cheapest way to get from Patras to Bucharest is to bus and train and night train which costs $45 - $80 and takes 22h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Patras to Bucharest is to bus and ferry and fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $170 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Patras and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Patras to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Patras and arriving at București, Autogara Militari via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 40m.

How far is it from Patras to Bucharest?

The distance between Patras and Bucharest is 1132 km. The road distance is 1124.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Patras to Bucharest without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 21m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Patras to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patras to Bucharest bus from?

Patras to Bucharest bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., depart from Patras station.

Where does the Patras to Bucharest bus arrive?

Patras to Bucharest bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Patras to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Patras to Bucharest is 1124 km. It takes approximately 13h 2m to drive from Patras to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Patras to Bucharest by bus, plane, train, car, busferry, or night train

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 Kalamata International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Patras to Kalamata
2. Fly from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)KLX - OTP
10h 1m
$158–483
Bus, train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pátra to Dupnitsa
2. Take the train from Dupnitsa to SofiaRe
3. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna OryahovitsaRe
4. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharest
22h 4m
$49–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Patras to Lamia
2. Take the train from Lianokladi to ThessalonikiIc
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Bucharest
18h 21m
$90–131
Drive 1,124.1 km
1. Drive from Patras to Bucharest1,124.1 km
13h 2m
$236–341
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ATH - OTP
8h 42m
$149–311
Bus and ferry to Zakynthos International Airport, fly
1. Take the busferry from Patras to Zakynthos
2. Fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ZTH - OTP
7h 56m
$179–354
Bus to Ioannina National Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Aigio to Ioannina
2. Fly from Ioannina National Airport (IOA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IOA - OTP
13h 8m
$202–455
Bus to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly
1. Take the bus from Patras to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SKG - OTP
10h 46m
$165–378
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Patras to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia Serdica Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Sofia to București, Autogara Militari
19h 40m
$85–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Patras to Volos
2. Take the bus from Volos Astiko KTEL Bus Station to București, Autogara MilitariUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
23h 15m
$67–101

Patras to Bucharest by bus

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23h 15mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,131.6 km
Duration: 10h 1m

What companies run services between Patras, Greece and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a bus from Patras to București, Autogara Militari via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Sofia in around 19h 40m.

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