How to travel from Alba Iulia to Bucharest

There are 3 options to travel between Alba Iulia and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Alba Iulia to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Alba Iulia to Bucharest:

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alba Iulia to Bucharest costing on average $30 (€24).

A bus is $76 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alba Iulia to Bucharest costing on average $98 (€80).

The fastest way to travel from Alba Iulia to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 22m.

Train takes on average 7h 49m.

The distance from Alba Iulia to Bucharest is approximately 166 miles (268 km).

The average frequency per day from Alba Iulia to Bucharest is:

• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alba Iulia and Bucharest as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alba Iulia to Bucharest:

• Flights mostly depart from Cluj Napoca International Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Alba Iulia, Parcare Stadion Cetate and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alba Iulia to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Tur Cento Trans, Fany to go to Bucharest by bus.
• Travel with Romanian Railways (CFR) to go to Bucharest by train.
• Travel with Animawings, tarom, HiSky to go to Bucharest by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Alba Iulia to Bucharest with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Tur Cento Trans, Fany.
• 1 direct trains per day with Romanian Railways (CFR).
• 4 direct flights per day with Animawings, tarom, HiSky.

Omio customers who travel from Alba Iulia to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Budapest, Varna, Vienna, Istanbul. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bucharest and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Bucharest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Bucharest, you can explore the National Museum of Art of Romania, stroll through the historic Cismigiu Gardens, and enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. Attend a concert at the Romanian Athenaeum and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Bucharest's Old Town. Don't miss the iconic sights like the Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Village Museum, Herăstrău Park, and the lively Old Town district.

Typically, spending three to four days in Bucharest allows visitors to explore major attractions like the Palace of the Parliament, the Old Town, and Herăstrău Park, and experience the local culture and cuisine.