“The train will cover the distance in 40 to 45 minutes and even if it is not a great solution, it can cater for the immediate needs of the people” Berceanu said.

“Practically, this investment has cost almost nothing, instead of building the subway to the Airport, which will cost about two billion, we prefer simple solutions, that might help us yet'', Minister added.

He declared that travelers will be able to purchase their train tickets in the airport to any destination in the country.

The ticket will cost 6 Romanian ron (1,4 EUR) and will include a train ticket from Bucharest to Otopeni city and a free shuttle from Otopeni to the airport.

Otopeni International Airport served over 5 million passengers’ last year, which is approximately 12% higher than in 2007.

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