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How to get from Bucharest to Sibiu
Driving or taking a minibus is the fastest way from Bucharest to Sibiu, about 4 h 30 to 5 h via Pitești and the Olt valley. Trains run (CFR Călători), but the journey usually takes around 6 to 9 hours.
Best option: Car. The road via the A1 and the Olt valley is quicker than the train and gives you a car for exploring Transylvania.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| car A1 motorway to Pitești, then the DN7 through the Olt valley (and completed A1 sections) to Sibiu | about 4 h–5 h | fuel plus the Romanian road vignette (rovinieta) | Traffic on the Olt valley road can be slow, especially on weekends. | |
| bus Minibuses and coaches from Bucharest bus terminals to Sibiu (several private operators) | about 4 h 30–5 h 30 | several a day | about 80–120 RON | Check the departure terminal; operators change. |
| train CFR Călători trains Bucharest Nord to Sibiu (some direct, others changing in Brașov or Podu Olt) | about 6–9 h | a few a day | about 70–120 RON | Slow but comfortable; check current timetables. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Buy the rovinieta (road vignette) online before driving on national roads.
- Break the drive in Curtea de Argeș or at Cozia Monastery on the Olt valley.
- Sibiu old town has limited parking; use public car parks outside the centre.
- Sibiu airport has some international flights, but domestic flights from Bucharest are rare.
Common questions
Is there a direct train from Bucharest to Sibiu?
There are some direct trains, but many journeys involve a change in Brașov or elsewhere, and travel times are long, typically 6 to 9 hours. Trains are comfortable and scenic through the Carpathians, but most people choose a car or minibus because it is faster. Check current timetables on the CFR Călători website.
How long does the drive take?
About 4 to 5 hours. Most drivers take the A1 motorway to Pitești and then the road along the Olt valley, which can be slow behind lorries. Allow extra time on Friday and Sunday afternoons. You need a valid rovinieta vignette for the car.
What is the cheapest way?
Minibuses and trains are cheaper than driving alone, with fares usually about 70 to 120 RON. Minibuses are quicker, while trains give more space. Compare departure times, as some services leave very early in the morning. Buy train tickets online or at Bucharest Nord; minibus seats can usually be booked by phone or online.
Can I fly from Bucharest to Sibiu?
Domestic flights between Bucharest and Sibiu are rare or non-existent in most seasons. With airport time it is not faster than road travel. If you are arriving from abroad, consider flying directly into Sibiu if a route from your city exists.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.