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Compare train, coach and flight for Otopeni to Chișinău
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Otopeni to Chișinău among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £264.
Distance: 348 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £264 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău
Compare the available ways to get from Otopeni to Chișinău, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău is a coach with an average price of £31.
This is compared to other travel options from Otopeni to Chișinău:
A coach is £234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Otopeni to Chișinău costing on average £264.
The fastest way to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 59m.
Other travel options to Chișinău take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Otopeni and Chișinău including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 8h 0m versus 5h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Otopeni to Chișinău
How to get to Chișinău from Otopeni by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus23:507h20Otopeni, Aeroportul Internațional Henri Coandă (Plecări)7:10Chisinau, North Bus Station£161One-way0 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus23:507h20Otopeni, Aeroportul Internațional Henri Coandă (Plecări)7:10Chisinau, North Bus Station£161One-way0 changes
Fastest
H4048221:100h50Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport22:00Chisinau International Airport£1081One-way0 changes
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Coach
Flight
- FlixBus10:507h30Otopeni, Aeroportul Internațional Henri Coandă (Plecări)18:20Chisinau, North Bus Station£161One-way0 changes
- 74909090:306h40Otopeni7:10Chișinău£311One-way0 changes
- 749106011:007h20Otopeni18:20Chișinău£311One-way0 changes
W430396:151h00Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport7:15Chisinau International Airport£841One-way0 changes
RO2016:051h10Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport7:15Chisinau International Airport£1001One-way0 changes
PC362 · PC719318:408h15Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport2:55Chisinau International Airport£1781One-way1 change
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FAQs: Otopeni to Chișinău
Travel to Chișinău 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 Otopeni to Chișinău.
There are 3 options to travel between Otopeni and Chișinău including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău is a coach with an average price of £31.
This is compared to other travel options from Otopeni to Chișinău:
A coach is £234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Otopeni to Chișinău costing on average £264.
The fastest way to travel from Otopeni to Chișinău is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 59m.
Other travel options to Chișinău take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
The Otopeni to Chișinău distance is approximately 348 km.
The average frequency per day from Otopeni to Chișinău is:
- Around 22 flights per day.
- Around 7 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Otopeni and Chișinău 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 Otopeni to Chișinău:
- Flights mostly depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and arrive in Chisinau International Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Otopeni, Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri and arrive in Chișinău.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Otopeni to Chișinău, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Infobus, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L., Alverstur, FlixBus to go to Chișinău by coach.
- Travel with tarom, HiSky, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines to go to Chișinău by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Otopeni to Chișinău with the following travel companies:
- 7 direct coaches per day with Infobus, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L., Alverstur, FlixBus.
- 3 direct flights per day with tarom, HiSky.
Omio customers who travel from Otopeni to Chișinău often also extend their vacation to go to Kyiv, Odesa, Bucharest, Antalya, Istanbul. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chișinău and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Otopeni to Chișinău, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Chişinău, visitors can tour the extensive underground wine cellars at Cricova Winery and enjoy tastings. Experience the local culture by exploring Piata Centrala, a bustling market full of local produce and goods, and attend a performance at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre. Art enthusiasts can visit the National Art Museum of Moldova, while food lovers can savour traditional Moldovan cuisine at local restaurants. For sightseeing, explore Stefan cel Mare Central Park, the National Museum of History of Moldova, the iconic Cathedral of Christ's Nativity, the historical Triumphal Arch, and Valea Morilor Park, with its scenic lake and walking trails.
A stay of two to three days in Chişinău is generally sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture.
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