The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£322
Average price
£337
Fastest journey
1 d 23 h 44 m
Average duration
1 d 23 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Bucharest will cost around £337 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £322.
To travel from Berlin to Bucharest you need to make at least 2 changes.
13:5447h44Berlin13:38Bucharest£3221One-way2 changes
13:5447h44Berlin13:38Bucharest£3521One-way3 changes
13:5447h44Berlin13:38Bucharest£3521One-way3 changes
13:5447h44Berlin13:38Bucharest£3221One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £322.
Distance: 1295 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£337 Average Price | £121 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest |
48h 14m Average total duration 47h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 5m Average total duration 29h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Berlin to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Bucharest trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:54 Berlin | 47h44 | 13:38 Bucharest | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:54 Berlin | 47h44 | 13:38 Bucharest | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Bucharest
Trains from Berlin to Bucharest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 47h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £322 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 1295 km distance in 47h 44m.
Distance 1295 km |
Average train duration 47h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £322 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 47h 44m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 23:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Bucharest trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Bucharest from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Berlin to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin and Bucharest
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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