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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Vâlcea is to bus which costs $9 - $16 and takes 3h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Vâlcea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Ramnicu Valcea. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Vâlcea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bucharest and arriving at Râmnicu Vâlcea. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Vâlcea?

The distance between Bucharest and Vâlcea is 171 km. The road distance is 178 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Vâlcea without a car is to bus which takes 3h 3m and costs $9 - $16.

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

The bus from București, Autogara Militari to Ramnicu Valcea takes 3h 3m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Vâlcea bus from?

Bucharest to Vâlcea bus services, operated by Dacos, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Vâlcea train from?

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

Train or bus from Bucharest to Vâlcea?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Vâlcea is to bus which takes 3h 3m and costs $9 - $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $30 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Bucharest to Vâlcea bus arrive?

Bucharest to Vâlcea bus services, operated by Dacos, arrive at Ramnicu Valcea station.

Where does the Bucharest to Vâlcea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Vâlcea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Vâlcea is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Bucharest to Vâlcea.

Where can I stay near Vâlcea?

There are 434+ hotels available in Vâlcea.

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

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

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 Ramnicu Valcea
3h 3m
$9–16
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Râmnicu VâlceaIR: Constanţa - Sibiu
6h 7m
$28–30
Drive 178 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Râmnicu Vâlcea178 km
2h 28m
$29–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bucharest to Râmnicu Vâlcea178 km
2h 28m
$120–150

Bucharest to Vâlcea by bus

40Weekly Buses

3h 3mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.8 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Dacos operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Ramnicu Valcea 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–15 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucharest to Râmnicu Vâlcea once daily. Tickets cost $28–30 and the journey takes 6h 7m.

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