What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi is to night train which costs $8 - $14 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Arbanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Arbanasi. However, there are services departing from Buchurest and arriving at Arbanasi via Ruse and Veliko Turnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Arbanasi?

The distance between Bucharest and Arbanasi is 196 km. The road distance is 178.2 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Arbanasi without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Arbanasi bus from?

Bucharest to Arbanasi bus services, operated by Omega Group, depart from Buchurest station.

Where does the Bucharest to Arbanasi bus arrive?

Bucharest to Arbanasi bus services, operated by Omega Group, arrive at Ruse station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Arbanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Arbanasi is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Bucharest to Arbanasi.

Where can I stay near Arbanasi?

There are 426+ hotels available in Arbanasi.

Bucharest to Arbanasi - 4 ways to travel via bus, night train, car, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi by bus, night train, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchurest to Rusebus
2. Take the bus from Ruse to Veliko Tarnovobus
5h 30m
$15–22
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Veliko Tŭrnovonighttrain Bosphor Express
3h 42m
$8–13
Drive 178.2 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Arbanasicar 178.2 km
2h 57m
$29–41
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Veliko Tarnovoshuttle
4h 26m
$174–281

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Arbanasi.

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Distance: 196.4 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Arbanasi, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Buchurest to Arbanasi via Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, and Veliko Turnovo in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Veliko Tŭrnovo twice a week. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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