How to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Edinburgh to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $236 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.4 - 6.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $236, while a bus costs an average of $278.

Distance: 1503 miles (2420 km)

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$236

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6h 16m

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57h 5m

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7.3 - 14.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest is a flight with an average price of $236 (€192).

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bucharest:

A flight is $41 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Bucharest costing on average $278 (€225).

A flight is $844 (€684) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bucharest costing on average $1081 (€876).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 51h 14m.

Bus takes on average 57h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Bucharest including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Bucharest among Omio's users.

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from Edinburgh to Bucharest

How to get from Edinburgh to Bucharest by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    11:15 AM56h30
    Edinburgh
    7:45 PMBucharest
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:15 AM56h30
    Edinburgh
    7:45 PMBucharest
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:15 AM56h30
    Edinburgh
    7:45 PMBucharest
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:53 AM59h52
    Edinburgh
    7:45 PMBucharest
    $3731One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:15 AM56h30
    Edinburgh
    6:45 PMBucharest
    $4551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest

Travel to Bucharest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Bucharest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Edinburgh and Bucharest including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest is a flight with an average price of $236 (€192).

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bucharest:

A flight is $41 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Bucharest costing on average $278 (€225).

A flight is $844 (€684) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bucharest costing on average $1081 (€876).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 51h 14m.

Bus takes on average 57h 5m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Bucharest is approximately 1503 miles (2420 km).
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Bucharest is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, Ryanair, Air France, KLM to go to Bucharest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bucharest by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to go to Bucharest by train.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh 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.

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