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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to bus via Bratislava which costs $65 - $140 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $60 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Bucuresti Nord. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Vienna to Bucharest?

The distance between Vienna and Bucharest is 870 km. The road distance is 1057.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Bucharest without a car is to bus via Bratislava which takes 13h 50m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Vienna to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Bucharest bus from?

Vienna to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Bucharest train from?

Vienna to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Vienna to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $60 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus via Bratislava, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 13h 50m, you could also train, which costs $270 - $480 and takes 17h 30m.

Where does the Vienna to Bucharest bus arrive?

Vienna to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 10:19 PM in Vienna and 11:19 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Vienna to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Bucharest is 1057 km. It takes approximately 10h 44m to drive from Vienna to Bucharest.

How do I get a train ticket from Vienna to Bucharest?

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

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Where can I stay near Bucharest?

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Fly to Bucharest Otopeni
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1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane VIE - OTP
4h 35m
$62–201
Bus via Bratislava
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivybus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Buchurestbus
13h 50m
$68–133
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
17h 30m
$270–480
Drive 1,057.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Bucharestcar 1,057.4 km
10h 44m
$199–288
Fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane VIE - BBU
8h 28m
$63–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to București, Autogara Militaribus N877
19h 45m
$100–180

Vienna to Bucharest by bus

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Distance: 870.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Bucharest, Romania?

Ryanair and Austrian Airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Buchurest via Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy in around 13h 50m.

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How to get fromVienna to Bucharestby plane, bus, train, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Bucharest by plane, bus, train, or car

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni

Bus via Bratislava

Train

Drive 1,057.4 km

Fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

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