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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Bucharest is to fly which costs $60 - $220 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Bucharest is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $60 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 43m.

How far is it from Prague to Bucharest?

The distance between Prague and Bucharest is 1115 km. The road distance is 1341.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 22h 10m and costs $130 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Prague to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Bucharest bus from?

Prague to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Bucharest train from?

Prague to Bucharest train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Prague to Bucharest is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $60 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 22h 10m, you could also train, which costs $240 - $430 and takes 22h 43m.

Where does the Prague to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Prague and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Prague. It is currently 9:50 PM in Prague and 10:50 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Prague to Bucharest train arrive?

Prague to Bucharest train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Bucharest is 1341 km. It takes approximately 13h 9m to drive from Prague to Bucharest.

How do I get a train ticket from Prague to Bucharest?

Book your Prague to Bucharest train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prague to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5323+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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There are 6 ways to get from Prague to Bucharest by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane PRG - OTP
5h 1m
$64–216
Bus via Praha Peco Shell
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha Peco Shell to București Băneasabus
29h 7m
$44–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to București, Autogara Militaribus 962 / ...
22h 10m
$130–210
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
22h 43m
$242–430
Drive 1,341.4 km
1. Drive from Prague to Bucharestcar 1,341.4 km
13h 9m
$255–368
Fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane PRG - BBU
7h 29m
$70–277

Prague to Bucharest by bus

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Distance: 1,115.2 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Bucharest, Romania?

Smartwings, Ulendo Airlink, and five other airlines fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to București, Autogara Militari 3 times a day. Tickets cost $130–210 and the journey takes 22h 10m. Maxibus Travel also services this route twice a week.

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How to get fromPrague to Bucharestby plane, bus, train, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Prague to Bucharest by plane, bus, train, or car

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni

Bus via Praha Peco Shell

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Drive 1,341.4 km

Fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport