There is 1 way to travel between Bucharest and London — compare duration, price and operators below.
Not practical for this route.
Not practical for this route.
Not practical for this route.
Train is not practical between Bucharest and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.
Consider flying instead, which connects Bucharest and London via international airports.
Bus is not practical between Bucharest and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.
Consider flying instead, which connects Bucharest and London via international airports.
Flights between Bucharest and London take around 3h in the air, but plan on roughly 5h 17m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.
Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways.
Typical fare range is €119–371. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.
Given the 2091 km distance, flying is the practical choice for most travellers on this route.
Climate footprint: approximately 326 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.
Car is not practical between Bucharest and London because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.
Consider flying instead, which connects Bucharest and London via international airports.
The distance between Bucharest and London is approximately 2091 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.
The fastest way is by flight, taking around 5h 17m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.
Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €119. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.
Flying is the most practical option for this 2091 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.
The straight-line distance is approximately 2091 kilometres (1299 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.