How to travel from Manchester to Bucharest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $198 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.3 - 5.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $198, while a train costs an average of $1039.

Distance: 1417 miles (2281 km)

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$243

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$1039

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$151

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5h 45m

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51h 28m

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48h 36m

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48h 6m

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2.3 - 5.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $198 (€161).

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

A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Bucharest costing on average $243 (€197).

A bus is $841 (€682) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Bucharest costing on average $1039 (€842).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 48h 36m.

Bus takes on average 51h 28m.

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

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from Manchester to Bucharest

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 1271
    5:00 PM3h20
    Manchester Airport
    10:20 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 1271
    5:00 PM3h20
    Manchester Airport
    10:20 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 1271
    5:00 PM3h20
    Manchester Airport
    10:20 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM51h15
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1761One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM51h15
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $2041One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM52h55
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $2041One-way
    2 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1365 · BA878
    2:00 PM9h20
    Manchester Airport
    1:20 AMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4087+LufthansaLH1652
    7:00 AM9h35
    Manchester Airport
    6:35 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH947 · LH94 · LH1650
    6:05 PM15h55
    Manchester Airport
    12:00 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $2391One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester 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 Manchester to Bucharest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $198 (€161).

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

A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Bucharest costing on average $243 (€197).

A bus is $841 (€682) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Bucharest costing on average $1039 (€842).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 48h 36m.

Bus takes on average 51h 28m.

The distance from Manchester to Bucharest is approximately 1417 miles (2281 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Bucharest is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester 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 Manchester to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bucharest by bus.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Bucharest by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Malta Air, British Airways, KLM to go to Bucharest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Bucharest:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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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