How to get from Ankara to Bucharest
Ankara to Bucharest is 765 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 35m by plane. The trip takes 25h 50m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Ankara to Bucharest by price and travel time (route calculated on 5 November 2026).
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Bucharest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 25h 50m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 765 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €62Checked Nov 6 | 1h 35mFastestFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €33Older observation | 25h 50m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€62Checked Nov 61h 35m · Flight onlyFastestSee Flight details
- Bus€33Older observation25h 50m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ankara to Bucharest: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → Istanbulbus12Go·8h
- 2Istanbul → Bucharestbus12Go·13h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Ankara to Bucharest
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €62 | |
| December 2026 | €60 | |
| January 2027 | €60 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusAnkara-İstanbul AlibeyköyBook →
TAROMIstanbul Airport-Bucharest Henri CoandăSee live options and dates →
Havaist + Metroİstanbul Alibeyköy-Istanbul AirportBook →On this route you travel with 12Go, FlixBus, TAROM, Havaist + Metro; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ankara to Bucharest works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 5 November 2026. Start with a 12Go bus from Ankara to Istanbul, about 8h. Transfer in Istanbul and continue by 12Go bus on to Bucharest (13h). In total it's roughly €33 over 25h 50m, 1 transfer.
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Ankara to Bucharest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Bucharest?
Routavio's route check on 5 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 25h 50m by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Ankara to Bucharest?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Bucharest from Ankara?
About 765 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Bucharest cost?
Routavio's price check on 2 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €33. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Ankara to Bucharest?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with 12Go, FlixBus, TAROM, Havaist + Metro.
Can you get from Ankara to Bucharest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 25h 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Bucharest?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: 12Go, FlixBus, TAROM, Havaist + Metro
Route calculated: 5 Nov 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026