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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Bucharest
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
16 h 21 m
Average duration
16 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
643 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Bucharest will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest for Bucharest on Fri, Feb 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 643 km distance in an average of 16 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 21 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 16 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $182.
Distance: 399 miles (643 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$182 Average price | $145 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest |
16h 51m Average total duration 16h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Bucharest trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 PM Budapest | 16h21 | 3:26 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | ||
This is the last train of the day. | ||||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Bucharest
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Trains from Budapest to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $181 (€144) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 23:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 399 miles (643 km) distance in 16h 21m.
Distance 399 miles (643 km) |
Average train duration 16h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $181 (€144) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 21m |
First train 23:05 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: ÖBB from Budapest to Bucharest trainsÖBB trains will get you between Budapest and Bucharest from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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