There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Bucharest by plane, bus, train, night train or car
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Recommended option
Fly • 4h 16m
Cheapest option
Bus via Erdberg • 23h 22m
4 alternative options
Bus • 10h 56m
Train • 19h 21m
Night train • 18h 23m
Drive • 11h 21m
Vienna to Bucharest by train
The train journey time between Vienna and Bucharest is around 19h 21m and covers a distance of around 1090 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h. Operated by ÖBB EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Railjet and others, the Vienna to Bucharest train service departs from Wien Hbf and arrives in Bucuresti Nord. Typically seven trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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International entry into Romania from Austria
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Conditions of entry into Romania from Austria
- There are no current restrictions
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Yes, entry into Romania is currently allowed from Austria.
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Bucharest is 800 800 358.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Bucharest is recommended.
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Last updated: 22 Mar 2023
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to bus via Erdberg which costs €16 - €55 and takes 23h 22m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to fly which costs €65 - €270 and takes 4h 16m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna and arriving at Bucharest. Services depart three times a week, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 56m.
Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Bucuresti Nord. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 23m.
The distance between Vienna and Bucharest is 856 km. The road distance is 1062.5 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 10h 56m and costs €55 - €75.
It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Vienna to Bucharest, including transfers.
Vienna to Bucharest bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, depart from Vienna station.
Vienna to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €75 and takes 10h 56m, you could also train, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 19h 21m.
- Distance: 856.5 km
- Duration: 4h 16m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Bucharest, Romania?
Ryanair, Austrian Airlines and two other airlines fly from Vienna to Bucharest every 4 hours. Alternatively, Maxibus Travel operates a bus from Vienna to Bucharest twice a week, and the journey takes 10h 56m. SC Latino Expres S.R.L. also services this route once a week.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $80 - $360
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $18 - $250
- Website
- airserbia.com
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni via Belgrade
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- $110 - $370
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $110 - $460
- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Keleti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 42m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $35 - $55
- Website
- ÖBB EuroCity
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Keleti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 37m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $85 - $160
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Keleti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $35 - $60
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Keleti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- $45 - $65
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Bucuresti Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 15h 39m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $19 - $60
- Website
- https://www.cfrcalatori.ro/en/
- 2nd Class
- $19 - $24
- 1st Class
- $50 - $60
Night train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 18h 23m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $26 - $75
- Website
- https://www.cfrcalatori.ro/en/
- 2nd Class
- $26 - $35
- 1st Class
- $65 - $75
- Phone
- +40 745 766 766
- dispecerat@maxibustravel.ro
- Website
- maxibustravel.ro
Bus from Vienna to Bucharest
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 56m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Schedules at
- maxibustravel.ro
- Phone
- 0040263701919
- latinoexpres@yahoo.com
- Website
- latinoexpres.ro
Bus from Wien to Bucharest
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 26m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- $55 - $80
- Schedules at
- latinoexpres.ro
- Phone
- 0744509279
- arminmayerreisen@yahoo.de
- Website
- mayer-transport.ro
Bus from Vienna to Bucuresti
- Ave. Duration
- 22h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $15 - $55
- Schedules at
- mayer-transport.ro
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 35m.
Vienna to Bucharest bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, arrive at Bucharest station.
Bucharest is 1h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 2:38 AM in Vienna and 3:38 AM in Bucharest.
Vienna to Bucharest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Bucharest is 1062 km. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Vienna to Bucharest.
Ryanair, Lufthansa, Air Serbia and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Vienna Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
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There are 157+ hotels available in Bucharest. Prices start at $100 USD per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €15.