What is the cheapest way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest is to bus which costs $23 - $60 and takes 12h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest is to bus and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $170 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Satu Mare and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Satu Mare and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Satu Mare and Bucharest?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Satu Mare and arriving at Bucharest. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 52m.

How far is it from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

The distance between Satu Mare and Bucharest is 586 km. The road distance is 609.2 km.

How do I travel from Satu Mare to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest without a car is to bus via Zalău which takes 12h 34m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Satu Mare to Bucharest bus from?

Satu Mare to Bucharest bus services, operated by Fany, depart from Satu Mare station.

Where do I catch the Satu Mare to Bucharest train from?

Satu Mare to Bucharest train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Carei station.

Train or bus from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest is to bus via Zalău which takes 12h 34m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 14h 48m.

Where does the Satu Mare to Bucharest bus arrive?

Satu Mare to Bucharest bus services, operated by Fany, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

Where does the Satu Mare to Bucharest train arrive?

Satu Mare to Bucharest train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Brasov station.

Can I drive from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Satu Mare to Bucharest is 609 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Satu Mare to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Satu Mare to Bucharest?

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5373+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Satu Mare to Bucharest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest by train, plane, bus, night train, 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.

Train to Oradea International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Satu Mare to Oradea
2. Fly from Oradea International Airport (OMR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)OMR - OTP
5h 34m
$158–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to București, Autogara Militari
12h 45m
$23–60
Bus via Zalău
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Zalau
2. Take the bus from Zalau to Bucureşti Autogara Obor
12h 34m
$39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Carei to BrasovIc
2. Take the train from Brașov to BucharestBraşov - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A
14h 48m
$39–60
Night train
1. Take the night train from Satu Mare to BucharestSatu Mare - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A
13h 52m
$62–67
Bus to Maramures International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Tăuții-Măgherăuș
2. Fly from Maramures International Airport (BAY) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BAY - OTP
4h 3m
$179–455
Bus, bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly
1. Take the bus from Satu Mare to Baia Mare
2. Take the bus from Baia Mare to Cluj-Napoca
3. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CLJ - OTP
7h 33m
$139–246
Drive 609.2 km
1. Drive from Satu Mare to Bucharest609.2 km
7h 50m
$97–141

Satu Mare to Bucharest by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 34mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Satu Mare to Bucharest.

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Distance: 585.7 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Satu Mare, Romania and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a bus from Satu Mare to Bucureşti Autogara Obor via Zalau and Zalau in around 12h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Satu Mare to Bucharest via Carei and Brașov in around 14h 48m.

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