4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bucharest
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€623
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€648
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 d 17 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 d 21 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
2091 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bucharest will cost around €648 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €623.
It's difficult to get from London to Bucharest without transferring at least 4 times.
8:01 PM41h37London1:38 PMBucharest€6231One-way5 transfers- 11:31 AM50h07London1:38 PMBucharest€6731One-way4 transfers
- 8:01 PM41h37London1:38 PMBucharest€6231One-way5 transfers
- 11:31 AM50h07London1:38 PMBucharest€6731One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €144 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.1 - 5.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €144, while a train costs an average of €662.
Distance: 2091 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€662 Average price | €144 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price | €68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46h 15m Average total duration 45h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 47h 9m Average total duration 46h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 6.3 - 12.5kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Bucharest:
A flight is €58 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Bucharest costing on average €202.
A flight is €518 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bucharest costing on average €662.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Train takes on average 45h 45m.
Bus takes on average 46h 39m.
Live departures
London to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bucharest trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:31 AM London | 50h07 | 1:38 PM Bucharest | 4 transfers | |
| 8:01 PM London | 41h37 | 1:38 PM Bucharest | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Bucharest
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Romania
Trains from London to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 45h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €623 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:31, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 2091 km distance in 41h 37m.
Distance 2091 km |
Average train duration 45h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €623 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 41h 37m |
First train 10:31 AM |
Last train 8:01 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Bucharest trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Bucharest from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Bucharest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bucharest by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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