How to get to Bucharest from Geneva

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Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Bucharest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £145 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £145, while a flight costs an average of £520.

Distance: 1569 km

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£520

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£376

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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Bucharest

Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Bucharest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Bucharest is a coach with an average price of £145.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Bucharest:

A coach is £232 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Bucharest costing on average £376.

A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bucharest costing on average £520.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 31h 10m.

Coach takes on average 36h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Bucharest including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 16h 7m sooner (4h 47m by flight vs 20h 54m by car). Tickets start at around £520 compared to roughly £469 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Geneva to Bucharest

How to get to Bucharest from Geneva by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Geneva to Bucharest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW43062
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 713 · EC 191 · RJX 261 · IC 73
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • Air FranceAF1143 · AF1088
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF1443 · AF1088
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF1843 · AF1088
    1 change

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Best day trips from Bucharest by train

The most popular day trips by train from Bucharest are Sinaia, Brașov, Ploieşti and Piteşti. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bucharest on Omio.

A view of Sinaia

Day trip from Bucharest to Sinaia by train

Why visit Sinaia for the day?

Sinaia is a mountain resort in the Bucegi Mountains, known for Peleș Castle and Sinaia Monastery. Royal heritage, pine forests and winter sports give it a refined yet outdoorsy character.

A view of Brașov

Day trip from Bucharest to Brașov by train

Why visit Brașov for the day?

Brașov is known for its medieval Saxon centre, the Black Church and a setting beneath Tampa Mountain. It feels lively but relaxed, with cobbled streets, café culture and quick access to castles and mountain scenery.

A view of Ploieşti

Day trip from Bucharest to Ploieşti by train

Why visit Ploieşti for the day?

Ploieşti is a southern Romanian city best known for its long ties to the oil industry. Its broad streets, practical atmosphere and specialised museums give it a distinctly historical and industrial character.

A view of Piteşti

Day trip from Bucharest to Piteşti by train

Why visit Piteşti for the day?

Piteşti is a southern Romanian city known for its automotive industry, especially its long association with Dacia. Broad streets, green spaces and the Argeş setting give it a practical, lived-in character.

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FAQs: Geneva to Bucharest

Travel to Bucharest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Bucharest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Bucharest including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Bucharest is a coach with an average price of £145.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Bucharest:

A coach is £232 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Bucharest costing on average £376.

A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bucharest costing on average £520.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Train takes on average 31h 10m.

Coach takes on average 36h 39m.

The Geneva to Bucharest distance is approximately 1569 km.
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Bucharest is:
  • Around 94 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Bucharest as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Bucharest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Bucharest.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with tarom, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Animawings, TAP Portugal, Global Supply Systems, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, Luxair, Iberia, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings to go to Bucharest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bucharest by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bucharest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Bucharest:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Animawings.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Istanbul, Budapest, Milan, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bucharest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Geneva to Bucharest, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Bucharest, visitors can explore the National Museum of Art of Romania, stroll through Cismigiu Gardens, and enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. The Romanian Athenaeum offers concerts and events, while the Old Town provides a vibrant atmosphere. Notable sights include the Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Village Museum, Herăstrău Park, and the lively Old Town.
For a comprehensive experience in Bucharest, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Palace of the Parliament, the Village Museum, and the Old Town.

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