How far is Bucharest from Craiova by coach?

The distance between Craiova and Bucharest by coach is approximately 115 miles (184 km).

What is the best way to go from Craiova to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to go from Craiova to Bucharest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Craiova to Bucharest from £2 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Craiova to Bucharest on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:00	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	22:05	Militari	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	3h 45m	17:15	Militari	Fastest

Next departures from Craiova to Bucharest on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	12:35	Militari	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	3h 45m	17:15	Militari	Fastest
Bus	18:00	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	22:05	Militari	No tags

Next departures from Craiova to Bucharest on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	3h 45m	17:15	Militari	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	12:35	Militari	No tags
Bus	18:00	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	22:05	Militari	No tags

Next departures from Craiova to Bucharest on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	3h 45m	17:15	Militari	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	12:35	Militari	No tags
Bus	18:00	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	22:05	Militari	No tags

Next departures from Craiova to Bucharest on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	12:35	Militari	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Autogara Pelendava Nord	3h 45m	17:15	Militari	Fastest
Bus	18:00	Autogara Pelendava Nord	4h 5m	22:05	Militari	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:55 EET.

Get from Craiova to Bucharest

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 5mAverage duration

109 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11360 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £5

RO Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Craiova and Bucharest?

Stops in Craiova

A - Autogara Pelendava Nord

B - Craiova stație de autobuz

C - Craiova Str. Unirii 2

D - Bulevardul Decebal

Stops in Bucharest

A - Militari

B - Bucharest Airport

C - Autogara Filaret

D - Rahova

E - Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)

F - Piata Natiunile Unite

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Craiova to Bucharest

How far is Bucharest from Craiova by coach?
The distance between Craiova and Bucharest by coach is approximately 115 miles (184 km).
What is the best way to go from Craiova to Bucharest without a car?
The best way to go from Craiova to Bucharest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£10

17/11

£7

Today

£7

19/11

£6

20/11

£7

21/11

£6

22/11

£6

23/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Craiova to Bucharest was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Craiova to Bucharest as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £10 for a bus ticket from Craiova to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-19.