How to travel from Kyiv to Bucharest

There are 2 options to travel between Kyiv and Bucharest including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Kyiv to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of €61.

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

A bus is €273 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kyiv to Bucharest costing on average €334.

The fastest way to travel from Kyiv to Bucharest is by bus with an average journey time of 21h 32m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 49h 35m.

The distance from Kyiv to Bucharest is approximately 464 miles (747 km).

The average frequency per day from Kyiv to Bucharest is:

• Around 18 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

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

• Buses mostly depart from Kyiv (Київ) and arrive in București.

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

• Travel with ÖBB to go to Bucharest by train.
• Travel with Infobus, Euroticket, Lüks Istanbul Tur, Luks Muradoglu, FlixBus, Max Trans, LikeBus, Gunsel to go to Bucharest by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Kyiv to Bucharest:

• 12 direct buses per day with Infobus, Euroticket, Lüks Istanbul Tur.

Omio customers who travel from Kyiv 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.