How to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $151 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $151, while a flight costs an average of $599.

Distance: 960 miles (1546 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest

Compare the available ways to get from Hamburg to Bucharest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $151 (€128).

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

A bus is $323 (€272) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bucharest costing on average $473 (€400).

A bus is $448 (€378) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bucharest costing on average $599 (€506).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 29h 37m.

Bus takes on average 35h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Bucharest among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 16h 45m sooner (4h 24m by flight vs 21h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $599 (€506) compared to roughly $394 (€333) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Hamburg to Bucharest

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

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

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  • Wizz Air MaltaW43096
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  • Wizz Air MaltaW43096
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  • Deutsche BahnRJ 175 · IC 73
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 587 · RJX 261 · IC 73
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO396 · LO645
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO398 · LO645
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1756 · KL1377
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Bucharest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $151 (€128).

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

A bus is $323 (€272) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bucharest costing on average $473 (€400).

A bus is $448 (€378) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bucharest costing on average $599 (€506).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 29h 37m.

Bus takes on average 35h 11m.

The distance from Hamburg to Bucharest is approximately 960 miles (1546 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Bucharest is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Bucharest.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bucharest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Comati PSG, Union Ivkoni International to go to Bucharest by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, HiSky, tarom, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Pegasus, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair, Turkish Airlines to go to Bucharest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Bucharest:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Infobus, Comati PSG, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Istanbul, Budapest, Milan, Vienna. 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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