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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Podari is to bus which costs $8 - $18 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Podari is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Podari?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Podari. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Podari via Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Podari?

The distance between Bucharest and Podari is 221 km. The road distance is 240.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Podari without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $14 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Bucharest to Podari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Podari train from?

Bucharest to Podari train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucharest station.

Train or bus from Bucharest to Podari?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Podari is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $14 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $18 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Bucharest to Podari train arrive?

Bucharest to Podari train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Craiova station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Podari?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Podari is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Bucharest to Podari.

Where can I stay near Podari?

There are 583+ hotels available in Podari.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Podari by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bucharest to CraiovaIR-N: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Lokoshaza / ...
4h 49m
$15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord3902
5h 23m
$9–18
Drive 240.6 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Podari240.6 km
2h 37m
$39–56
Bus via Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri
1. Take the bus from Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri to Craiova
8h 6m
$28–29

Bucharest to Podari by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 49mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.9 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Podari, Dolj, Romania?

Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucharest to Craiova hourly. Tickets cost $21–23 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord twice daily. Tickets cost $4–13 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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