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Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£85
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 d 1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 d 4 h 9 m
Buses on 18 Sept
15
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Bucharest will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 buses from Munich to Bucharest, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 1188 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 6 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, while a train costs an average of £247.
Distance: 1188 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £247 Average Price | £197 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 27m Average total duration 13h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 22h 13m Average total duration 21h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bucharest:
A coach is £37 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bucharest costing on average £111.
A coach is £173 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bucharest costing on average £247.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 57m.
Train takes on average 21h 43m.
You'll arrive about 2h 24m sooner (13h 57m by bus vs 16h 21m by car) and save roughly £123 compared to fuel and tolls (£74 vs £197). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bucharest coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 26h45 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 29h15 | 21:55 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 28h50 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 26h55 | 21:55 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:30 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 25h25 | 21:55 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 31h30 | 6:00 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 35h05 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 25h15 | 6:30 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 29h25 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 36h15 | 20:20 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 27h05 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 28h10 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
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Buses from Munich to Bucharest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1188 km distance in 25h 15m.
Distance 1188 km |
Average bus duration 13h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 25h 15m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Bucharest by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Bucharest buses use the München, ZOB to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz. ATMs are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Wheelchair accessible parking available.
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) is 9 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe). ATMs are available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe).
Ticket office support is available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe).
Available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe): Wheelchair accessible.
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