How to travel from London to Bucharest

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $226 (€189).

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

A bus is $570 (€477) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Bucharest costing on average $795 (€667).

The fastest way to travel from London to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 35m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Bus takes on average 46h 21m.

The distance from London to Bucharest is approximately 1299 miles (2091 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Bucharest is:

• Around 68 flights per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Bucharest:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.

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

• Travel with Ryanair, British Airways, Malta Air, Animawings, Lot Polish Airlines, Pegasus, tarom, Austrian Airlines, KLM, Eurowings, Air France, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, HiSky, Air Baltic, Egypt Air, Iberia, Sas Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair, Turkish Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Bucharest by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Bucharest by bus.

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

• 6 direct flights per day with Ryanair, British Airways, Malta Air, Animawings.

Omio customers who travel from London 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.