- Must visit
National Museum of Art of Romania
Romania’s premier art museum, housing European masters and major national collections inside the former Royal Palace.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Piatra Neamţ for Bucharest on Fri, Aug 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest:
A bus is $72 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest costing on average $91 (€74).
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 4m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest buses for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 PM Piatra Neamţ | 7h20 | 5:15 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 14 | |||||
![]() | 7:55 AM Piatra Neamţ | 6h40 | 2:35 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 11:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Piatra Neamţ to Bucharest buses use the Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Piatra Neamţ and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț is 2 km from Piatra Neamţ city centre. Public transport options include:
Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț. ATMs are available at Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț.
Ticket office support is available at Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț.
Available at Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piatra Neamț, Autogara Piatra Neamț: Basic accessibility features available for passengers with disabilities.
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