What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt is to bus which costs $15 - $22 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Podu Olt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bucharest and arriving at Podu Olt. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

The distance between Bucharest and Podu Olt is 256 km. The road distance is 247.9 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Podu Olt without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $15 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Podu Olt train from?

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

Train or bus from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $15 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $31 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Bucharest to Podu Olt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Podu Olt?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Podu Olt is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Bucharest to Podu Olt.

Where can I stay near Podu Olt?

There are 1379+ hotels available in Podu Olt.

Bucharest to Podu Olt - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bucharest to Podu Olt 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 Tălmaciu
4h 28m
$16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Podu OltIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Sibiu / ...
5h 14m
$28–31
Drive 247.9 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Podu Olt247.9 km
3h 25m
$40–58
Train via Ploieşti
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Ploieşti VestIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Braşov / ...
2. Take the train from Ploieşti Vest to Podu OltIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Sibiu
6h 6m
$26–34
Bus via Tălmaciu
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Tălmaciu
6h 8m
$16–30

Bucharest to Podu Olt by bus and train

19Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.6 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Podu Olt, Romania?

Fany operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Tălmaciu 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12–18 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucharest to Podu Olt once daily. Tickets cost $28–31 and the journey takes 5h 14m.

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