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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
zł22
Average price
zł23
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Predeal to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Predeal to Bucharest will cost around zł23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Predeal for Bucharest on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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 train as it is the most popular option from Predeal to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł42, and a train costs an average of zł28.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł42 Average price Cheapest | zł54 Average price | zł113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Predeal to Bucharest:
A bus is zł12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Predeal to Bucharest costing on average zł54.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
Tickets start at around zł42 compared to roughly zł113 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł71. The journey takes 3h 25m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price zł22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price zł27 |
The table below shows live departures for Predeal to Bucharest buses for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 PM Predeal | 3h25 | 10:00 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Predeal to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł42 but you can travel from only zł28 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price zł42 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 6:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Predeal 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 Predeal to Bucharest buses use the to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Predeal and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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