How to travel from Vienna to Bucharest

You can travel between Vienna and Bucharest by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $73 (€62).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Bucharest costing on average $91 (€77).

A bus is $362 (€306) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Bucharest costing on average $435 (€367).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 40m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 7m.

Bus takes on average 19h 53m.

The distance from Vienna to Bucharest is approximately 531 miles (856 km).

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Bucharest is:

• Around 31 flights per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Bucharest.
• Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.

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

• Travel with Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, Air Baltic, Malta Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Buzz, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, tarom, AJet, Croatia Airlines, British Airways to go to Bucharest by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus to go to Bucharest by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB to go to Bucharest by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Bucharest with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, Air Baltic, Malta Air, Buzz.
• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
• 1 direct trains per day with ÖBB.

Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Istanbul, Budapest, Milan, Rome. 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.