How to travel from Prague to Bucharest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Prague to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, while a train costs an average of $310.

Distance: 671 miles (1081 km)

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$310

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The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $104.

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

A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Bucharest costing on average $128.

A bus is $206 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Bucharest costing on average $310.

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 20m.

Bus takes on average 25h 18m.

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

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from Prague to Bucharest

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM23h35
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM23h35
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AnimawingsA2673
    9:55 PM1h50
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    12:45 AMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $2231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM24h40
    Prague, Central Train Station
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM24h01
    Prague, Central Train Station
    1:00 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1151One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM23h45
    Praha, Roztyly
    9:45 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari
    $1161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Wizz Air MaltaW43280
    10:40 PM1h55
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    1:35 AMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $1531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air SerbiaJU175 · JU106
    8:35 PM5h30
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    3:05 AMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU175 · JU102
    8:35 PM18h00
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    3:35 PMBucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Prague 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 Prague to Bucharest.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Bucharest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $104.

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

A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Bucharest costing on average $128.

A bus is $206 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Bucharest costing on average $310.

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 20m.

Bus takes on average 25h 18m.

The distance from Prague to Bucharest is approximately 671 miles (1081 km).
The average frequency per day from Prague to Bucharest is:
  • Around 57 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Prague 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 Prague to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Prague, Central Train Station and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Smartwings, tarom, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Animawings, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, Air France, Helvetic Airways, Wizz Air to go to Bucharest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Comati PSG, Omega Group to go to Bucharest by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, České dráhy (ČD) to go to Bucharest by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Prague to Bucharest with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Animawings.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Comati PSG, Omega Group.
Omio customers who travel from Prague 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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