Why you should ride this vintage night train. Chisinau to Bucharest - everything you need to know.

This trip strated to unravel several times along the way - from canceled airport trains, to delayed flights, to a border-control officer walking off with my passport, among other things. Join me to see how it turned out!

I've been obsessed with riding this soviet-era sleeper train for several months now. This video is a trip report about the challenges (Many!) and adventures along the way.

In this video, I'll give pros, cons, and tips for taking a journey like this.

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Keywords:
Chisinau, Moldova,
Bucharest, Romania,
Night Train,
Friendship Train,
Prietenia Train,
Copenhagen,
Steel House Hostel,
RMO airport,
Bucharest airport train,
OTP Airport,
Soviet Train,
Travel Challenges,
Border crossing,

📍 Timestamps:
• 0:00 – The 3-Day Itinerary: LAX to Moldova
• 0:40 – Copenhagen Stopover: Pros, Cons, and Logistics
• 1:54 – The Chișinău Challenge: Flight Delays & Transport
• 2:48 – Navigating Chișinău Airport to the Train Station
• 4:28 – How to Book Tickets: Romanian vs. Moldovan Railways
• 5:30 – PRO TIP: Why you must start in Chișinău (Not Bucharest)
• 6:05 – Inside the Train: Soviet-Era Charm & Cleanliness
• 7:33 – Food & Amenities: What to pack for the ride
• 7:56 – The "Adventure Zone" & Gravity Toilets
• 9:47 – The Highlight: Changing the Train Wheels (Bogeies)
• 10:37 – Passport Control: Why you shouldn't panic
• 11:54 – Arriving in Bucharest & Coffee Recommendations
• 13:11 – Final Thoughts: Is the Prietenia train worth it?
• 13:58 – BONUS FOOTAGE 🎥

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