The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£633
Average price
£634
Fastest journey
2 d 2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 d 2 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bucharest will cost around £634 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £633.
To travel from Madrid to Bucharest you need to make at least 8 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.5 - 6.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £637.
Distance: 2473 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£648 Average Price | £169 Average Price Cheapest | £203 Average Price |
52h 12m Average total duration 51h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 55h 27m Average total duration 54h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 7.4 - 14.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Bucharest by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Bucharest
Trains from Madrid to Bucharest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 51h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £637 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 13:18, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 2473 km distance in 50h 26m.
Distance 2473 km |
Average train duration 51h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £637 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 50h 26m |
First train 13:18 |
Last train 13:25 |
Train companies: AVE, iryo from Madrid to Bucharest trainsAVE, iryo trains will get you between Madrid and Bucharest from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
iryo
FAQs: Madrid to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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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