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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Petrila is to bus which costs $25 - $27 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Petrila is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $45 - $75.

How far is it from Bucharest to Petrila?

The distance between Bucharest and Petrila is 349 km. The road distance is 311.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Petrila without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $25 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Bucharest to Petrila, including transfers.

Train or bus from Bucharest to Petrila?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Petrila is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $25 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38 - $43 and takes 7h.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Petrila?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Petrila is 311 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Bucharest to Petrila.

Where can I stay near Petrila?

There are 281+ hotels available in Petrila.

Bucharest to Petrila - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Petrila by bus, train, or car

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 București, Autogara Militari to PetroşaniB3
6h 45m
$26–27
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to PetroşaniIR-N: Constanţa - Oradea / ...
7h
$38–43
Drive 311.2 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Petrila311.2 km
4h 16m
$50–72
Bus via Baia de Fier
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Polovragi
2. Take the bus from Polovragi to PetroşaniB3 / ...
7h 7m

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Distance: 349.4 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Petrila, Romania?

Normandia Transport operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Petroşani twice daily. Tickets cost $21 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucharest to Petroşani 3 times a day. Tickets cost $34–37 and the journey takes 6h 51m.

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