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There are 9 ways to get from Budapest to Ploieşti by plane, train, bus, night train or car

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Fly from Budapest, train  •  6h 8m

  1. Fly from Budapest (BUD) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) BUD - OTP
  2. Take the train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest

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Bus via Budapest  •  11h 49m

  1. Take the bus from Budapest to Ploieşti

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Train to Vienna, fly, train  •  8h 22m

  1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
  2. Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) VIE - OTP
  3. Take the train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest

Bus, train  •  10h 16m

  1. Take the bus from Budapest to Bucharest
  2. Take the train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest IR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Braşov / ...

Bus  •  17h 4m

  1. Take the bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Ploiești N910

Train  •  17h 46m

  1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Ploiesti Vest 12347

Bus #2  •  18h 12m

  1. Take the bus from Budapest to Ploiești

Night train  •  16h 43m

  1. Take the night train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Ploiesti Vest Night Train

Drive  •  9h 11m

  1. Drive from Budapest to Ploieşti 805.3 km

Budapest to Ploieşti by tram and bus

6 Weekly Services
17h 4m Average Duration
$71 Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Ploieşti is to train which costs 15 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and takes 17h 46m.

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The fastest way to get from Budapest to Ploieşti is to fly and train which takes 6h 8m and costs 24 000 Ft - 110 000 Ft.

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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest and arriving at Ploiești. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 18h 12m.

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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Keleti and arriving at Ploiesti Vest. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 46m.

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The distance between Budapest and Ploieşti is 714 km. The road distance is 805.3 km.

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The best way to get from Budapest to Ploieşti without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 16m and costs .

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It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Budapest to Ploieşti, including transfers.

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Budapest to Ploieşti bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., depart from Budapest station.

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Budapest to Ploieşti train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Keleti station.

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The best way to get from Budapest to Ploieşti is to bus via Budapest which takes 11h 49m and costs 15 000 Ft - 23 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 15 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and takes 17h 46m.

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Map of how to get from Budapest to Ploieşti.
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  • Distance: 713.8 km
  • Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Ploieşti, Romania?

Transmarian operates a bus from Budapest to Ploieşti 3 times a week. Tickets cost $40 - $60 and the journey takes 10h 43m. Alternatively, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Keleti to Ploiesti Vest once daily. Tickets cost $40 - $50 and the journey takes 17h 46m.

Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Website
austrian.com
Flights from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni via Vienna
Ave. Duration
4h 25m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$210 - $750
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$60 - $480
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Vienna to Bucharest Otopeni
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$35 - $450
Tarom
Website
tarom.ro
Flights from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni
Ave. Duration
1h 45m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
$120 - $350
Air Serbia
Website
airserbia.com
Flights from Budapest to Bucharest Otopeni via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
4h 10m
When
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
$90 - $410
Train operators
Regio Călători
Phone
0310 800 900
Email
contact@regiocalatori.ro
Website
regiocalatori.ro
Train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest
Ave. Duration
1h 2m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
$2 - $4
Schedules at
regiocalatori.ro
Astra Trans Carpatic
S.C. Softrans S.R.L.
Phone
0351/40.91.53
Email
info@softrans.ro
Website
softrans.ro
Train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest
Ave. Duration
42 min
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
$4 - $5
Schedules at
softrans.ro
Transferoviar Calatori
Phone
+40 238 434 380
Email
sesizari@transferoviarcalatori.ro
Website
transferoviarcalatori.ro
Train from Bucureşti Nord Gr.A to Ploieşti Vest
Ave. Duration
1h 1m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$2 - $3
Schedules at
transferoviarcalatori.ro
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Phone
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website
mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 25m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
$11 - $14
Website
https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Ploiesti Vest
Ave. Duration
17h 46m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$40 - $50
Website
https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
RegioJet
Phone
+420 222 222 221
Email
info@regiojet.cz
Website
regiojet.com
Train from Budapest Kelenfold Train Station to Vienna Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 34m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
$10 - $35
Website
https://regiojet.com/
2nd Class
$10 - $15
1st Class
$31 - $36
Bus operators
Maxibus Travel
Phone
+40 745 766 766
Email
dispecerat@maxibustravel.ro
Website
maxibustravel.ro
Bus from Budapest to Bucharest
Ave. Duration
8h 7m
Frequency
Twice a week
Schedules at
maxibustravel.ro
Transmarian
Website
transmarian.ro
Bus from Budapest to Ploieşti
Ave. Duration
10h 43m
Frequency
3 times a week
Estimated price
$40 - $60
Schedules at
transmarian.ro
FlixBus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).

Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Ploiești
Ave. Duration
15h 45m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
$70 - $100
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
For more information, please visit this page
SC Latino Expres S.R.L.
Phone
0040263701919
Email
latinoexpres@yahoo.com
Website
latinoexpres.ro
Bus from Budapest to Ploiești
Ave. Duration
18h 12m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
$55 - $80
Schedules at
latinoexpres.ro

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Budapest to Ploieşti bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., arrive at Ploiești station.

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Ploieşti is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 10:12 AM in Budapest and 11:12 AM in Ploieşti.

Budapest to Ploieşti train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Ploiesti Vest station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Ploieşti is 805 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Budapest to Ploieşti.

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