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

The cheapest way to get from Szolnok to Bucharest is to train and bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 15h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Szolnok to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $160 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Szolnok and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Szolnok to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Szolnok, autóbusz-állomás and arriving at Bucharest via Kecskemét, autóbusz-állomás and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Szolnok and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Szolnok and arriving at Bucuresti Nord. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Szolnok to Bucharest?

The distance between Szolnok and Bucharest is 593 km. The road distance is 726.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Szolnok to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 12h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Szolnok to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Szolnok to Bucharest bus from?

Szolnok to Bucharest bus services, operated by MÁV Személyszállítási, depart from Szolnok, autóbusz-állomás station.

Where do I catch the Szolnok to Bucharest train from?

Szolnok to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Szolnok station.

Train or bus from Szolnok to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Szolnok to Bucharest is to bus which takes 12h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $220 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Szolnok to Bucharest bus arrive?

Szolnok to Bucharest bus services, operated by MÁV Személyszállítási, arrive at Kecskemét, autóbusz-állomás station.

What is the time difference between Szolnok and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Szolnok. It is currently 10:41 AM in Szolnok and 11:41 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Szolnok to Bucharest train arrive?

Szolnok to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Szolnok to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Szolnok to Bucharest is 726 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Szolnok to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5313+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Szolnok to Bucharest - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Szolnok 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, train to Oradea International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Take the train from Szolnok to Puespoekladany
2. Take the train from Puespoekladany to Biharkeresztes
3. Fly from Oradea International Airport (OMR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)OMR - OTP
5h 9m
$163–309
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Szolnok to MezoeturIc / ...
2. Take the train from Mezoetur to DevaIc
3. Take the bus from Deva to București, Autogara Militari
15h 27m
$31–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Szolnok, autóbusz-állomás to Kecskemét, autóbusz-állomás553
2. Take the bus from Kecskemét, autóbusz-állomás to Budapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar625 / ...
3. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bucharest
12h 37m
Train
1. Take the train from Szolnok to Bucuresti Nord347
13h 54m
$160–220
Night train
1. Take the night train from Szolnok to Bucuresti NordNight Train
14h 1m
$35–45
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Szolnok to Ferihegy
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BUD - OTP
5h 18m
$152–318
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Take the train from Szolnok to Ferihegy
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BUD - BBU
5h 24m
$55–221
Train to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Szolnok to Timisoara Nord
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)TSR - OTP
8h 36m
$172–306
Drive 726.2 km
1. Drive from Szolnok to Bucharest726.2 km
9h 2m
$127–184

Szolnok to Bucharest by train

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13h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 593.4 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Szolnok, Hungary and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a bus from Szolnok, autóbusz-állomás to Bucharest via Kecskemét, autóbusz-állomás and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 12h 37m. Alternatively, ÖBB operates a train from Szolnok to Bucuresti Nord once daily. Tickets cost $160–220 and the journey takes 13h 54m.

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