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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£332
Average price
£332
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Bucharest will cost around £332 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £332.
To travel from Basel to Bucharest you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £335.
Distance: 1469 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£335 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price |
34h 45m Average total duration 34h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 57m Average total duration 31h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bucharest trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:11 Basel | 34h15 | 15:26 Bucharest | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bucharest
Switzerland
Romania
Trains from Basel to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £335 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 12:43. The fastest train covers the 1469 km distance in 34h 15m.
Distance 1469 km |
Average train duration 34h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £335 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 34h 15m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 12:43 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Bucharest trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Bucharest from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Bucharest
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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