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Get from Bucharest to Craiova
The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Craiova?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
Stops in Craiova
- APiața Constantin Brâncuși 5, Craiova, Romania
- B
Craiova stație de autobuz
Str. Bucurestilor nr, 1, Craiova, Romania - C
Craiova Str. Unirii 2
Craiova,, Poland - D
Bulevardul Decebal
Bloc H7, Bulevardul Decebal 44, Craiova 200039, Romania
Compare bus companies
Based on 12381 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 $11
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Craiova by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Craiova?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Craiova start from $11. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Craiova?
The average bus travel time from Bucharest to Craiova is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Craiova route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucharest to Craiova?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Craiova at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Craiova?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Craiova generates an estimated 4.36175 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Craiova was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Craiova, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $6 to $19 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Craiova based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-04-04.
