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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£286
Average price
£286
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 46 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bucharest will cost around £286 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £286.
To travel from Zurich to Bucharest you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £287.
Distance: 1394 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£287 Average Price | £156 Average Price | £112 Average Price Cheapest |
33h 16m Average total duration 32h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 29m Average total duration 33h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.2 - 8.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bucharest trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:40 Zurich | 32h46 | 15:26 Bucharest | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Bucharest
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Trains from Zurich to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 32h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £287 but you can travel from only £66 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 00:15. The fastest train covers the 1394 km distance in 32h 46m.
Distance 1394 km |
Average train duration 32h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £287 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 32h 46m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 00:15 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet from Zurich to Bucharest trainsÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Zurich and Bucharest from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Zurich to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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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