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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest is to train and bus which costs $80 - $150 and takes 19h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $170 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Frankfurt, Passau Hbf and Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 56m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Bucharest?

The distance between Rotterdam and Bucharest is 1857 km. The road distance is 2174.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 36m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bucharest bus from?

Rotterdam to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bucharest train from?

Rotterdam to Bucharest train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest is to train which takes 31h 56m and costs $410 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $210 and takes 35h 50m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Rotterdam. It is currently 4:48 PM in Rotterdam and 5:48 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bucharest train arrive?

Rotterdam to Bucharest train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Bucharest is 2175 km. It takes approximately 21h 24m to drive from Rotterdam to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5307+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Rotterdam to Bucharest - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Rotterdam to Bucharest by train, plane, bus, train (Eurostar), car, night train, 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)AMS - OTP
5h 27m
$177–412
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiThalys
2. Take the bus from Brussels to Bucharest Obor
19h 36m
$82–144
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Passau Hbf91 / ...
4. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien MeidlingIce
5. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
31h 56m
$413–796
Drive 2,174.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Bucharest2,174.5 km
21h 24m
$449–648
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Anvers-Central
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BRU - OTP
6h 5m
$213–471
Train, train to Eindhoven Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Breda
2. Take the train from Breda to Eindhoven
3. Fly from Eindhoven Airport (EIN) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)EIN - OTP
6h 54m
$183–440
Train, bus to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
2. Take the bus from Brussels Midi / Brussels South West to Charleroi Airport
3. Fly from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CRL - OTP
7h 21m
$177–455
Train, bus via Bucharest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam CS to Brussels-NordEc
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North Station to Bucharest
28h 32m
$177–184
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal
2. Take the night train from Utrecht Centraal to Wien HbfNj
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord347
35h 22m
$352–704
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to București, Autogara Militari1924
35h 50m
$85–210
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Düsseldorf Hbf
2. Take the car train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Villach Hbf
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Bucharest
21h 42m
$374–1,603

Rotterdam to Bucharest by train

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31h 56mAverage Duration

$413Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,856.8 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bucuresti Nord via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, Passau Hbf, and Wien Meidling in around 31h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to București, Autogara Militari twice a week. Tickets cost $85–210 and the journey takes 35h 50m.

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