How to travel from Luton to Bucharest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Luton to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $232 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the flight is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 6.4 - 12.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $232, while a flight costs an average of $232.

Distance: 1317 miles (2120 km)

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$232

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$78

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5h 15m

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3h 15m

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28h 7m

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6.4 - 12.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $229.

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

A bus is $3 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Bucharest costing on average $232.

A bus is $602 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Bucharest costing on average $831.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 46h 51m.

Bus takes on average 52h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Luton and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Luton 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 24h 52m sooner (3h 15m by flight vs 28h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $232 compared to roughly $78 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 Luton to Bucharest

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

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

  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM53h35
    Luton
    11:25 PMBucharest
    $1781One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM53h35
    Luton
    11:25 PMBucharest
    $1781One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM53h35
    Luton
    11:25 PMBucharest
    $1781One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:05 PM54h20
    Luton
    10:25 PMBucharest
    $2551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton 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 Luton to Bucharest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Luton and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $229.

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

A bus is $3 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Bucharest costing on average $232.

A bus is $602 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Bucharest costing on average $831.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 46h 51m.

Bus takes on average 52h 39m.

The distance from Luton to Bucharest is approximately 1317 miles (2120 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Bucharest is:
  • Around 70 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton 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 Luton to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Luton Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with east_midlands_trains to go to Bucharest by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Animawings, British Airways, Ryanair to go to Bucharest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Bucharest:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Animawings, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Luton 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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