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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Silistra is to bus which costs $15 - $22 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Silistra is to shuttle which takes 1h 44m and costs $170 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Silistra?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Silistra. However, there are services departing from Buchurest and arriving at Silistra via Ruse and Slivo pole. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Silistra?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Silistra. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Silistra via Ruse Razpredelitelna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Silistra?

The distance between Bucharest and Silistra is 213 km. The road distance is 181.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Silistra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $15 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Bucharest to Silistra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Silistra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Silistra train from?

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

Train or bus from Bucharest to Silistra?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Silistra is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $15 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19 - $26 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Bucharest to Silistra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bucharest to Silistra train arrive?

Bucharest to Silistra train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Ruse Razpredelitelna station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Silistra?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Silistra is 181 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bucharest to Silistra.

Where can I stay near Silistra?

There are 26+ hotels available in Silistra.

Bucharest to Silistra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Bucharest to Silistra by bus, 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 Ruse
2. Take the bus from Slivo pole to Silistra
4h 35m
$15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Ruse RazpredelitelnaIr / ...
2. Take the train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to SilistraRe
8h 48m
$20–26
Drive 181.1 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Silistra181.1 km
3h 2m
$29–42
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Silistra
1h 44m
$170–280
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Bucharest to CiulniţaIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Constanţa / ...
2. Drive from Km. 25+700 h, to Silistra
4h 50m
$37–65

Bucharest to Silistra by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 48mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Buchurest to Silistra via Ruse and Slivo pole in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bucuresti Nord to Silistra via Ruse Razpredelitelna in around 8h 48m.

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