1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£233
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£236
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
22 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 d 1 h 1 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £236 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £233.
To travel from Munich to Bucharest you need to make at least one change.
RJX 61 · IC 79
RJX 65 · IC 473
RJX 261 · IC 73
RJX 65 · IC 473
RJX 61 · IC 79
RJX 261 · IC 73Omio 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
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£247 Average Price | £111 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 13m Average total duration 21h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 27m Average total duration 13h 57m 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.
Tickets start at around £247 compared to roughly £197 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-49.44. The journey takes 21h 43m versus 16h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bucharest trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 61 · IC 79 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 24h14 | 8:23 Bucharest | 1 change | |
RJX 65 · IC 473 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 22h24 | 10:37 Bucharest | 1 change | |
RJX 261 · IC 73 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 28h25 | 22:37 Bucharest | 1 change | |
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Trains from Munich to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £223 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 15:12. The fastest train covers the 1188 km distance in 22h 24m.
Distance 1188 km |
Average train duration 21h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £223 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 22h 24m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 15:12 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.

Most Munich to Bucharest trains use the München Hbf to Bucharest station pair, with some services arriving at București Basarab Haltă. Use this guide to compare Munich and Bucharest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Bucharest is 3 km from Bucharest city centre. Public transport options include:
Bucharest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bucharest.
Wi-Fi is available at Bucharest. ATMs are available at Bucharest.
Available at Bucharest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bucharest: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucharest.
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