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

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Bucharest is to bus which costs $95 - $240 and takes 34h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rome to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $110 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 34h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Venezia Mestre, Graz Hbf and Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 45m.

How far is it from Rome to Bucharest?

The distance between Rome and Bucharest is 1214 km. The road distance is 1845.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rome to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 22m and costs $95 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Rome to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Bucharest bus from?

Rome to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Bucharest train from?

Rome to Bucharest train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train, bus or fly from Rome to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Rome to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $110 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $340 - $700 and takes 30h 45m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $240 and takes 34h 30m.

Where does the Rome to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rome and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Rome. It is currently 5:25 AM in Rome and 6:25 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Rome to Bucharest train arrive?

Rome to Bucharest train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia Mestre station.

Can I drive from Rome to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Bucharest is 1845 km. It takes approximately 19h 17m to drive from Rome to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5392+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Rome to Bucharest by plane, train, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Fly Fiumicino International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)FCO - OTP
4h 53m
$110–341
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to PadovaFr
2. Take the bus from Padova to Ploieşti
3. Take the train from Ploieşti Sud to Bucharest
23h 22m
$95–245
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Venezia MestreFr
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Graz HbfRjx
3. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Wien MeidlingRj / ...
4. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
30h 45m
$349–687
Drive 1,845.1 km
1. Drive from Rome to Bucharest1,845.1 km
19h 17m
$334–483
Fly Roma Ciampino Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Fly from Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CIA - OTP
4h 55m
$144–404
Fly Fiumicino International Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)FCO - BBU
9h 19m
$98–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to București, Autogara Militari1928
34h 30m
$95–240
Bus via Fundulea
1. Take the bus from Rome, Termini to Fundulea
2. Take the bus from Fundulea to Bucharest
43h 14m

Rome to Bucharest by train

7Weekly Trains

30h 45mAverage Duration

$349Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,214.2 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Bucharest, Romania?

Ulendo Airlink, Tarom, and two other airlines fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Termini to Bucuresti Nord via Venezia Mestre, Graz Hbf, and Wien Meidling in around 30h 45m.

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