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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Militari | Autogara Pelendava Nord | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Bus | Militari | Autogara Pelendava Nord | No tags |
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Get from Bucharest to Craiova
The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 115, 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
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Based on 11621 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 115
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Craiova by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 115. The average price for this route is around R 196. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bucharest to Craiova?
The average bus journey time from Bucharest to Craiova is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 175 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Craiova route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Craiova?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Craiova at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Craiova?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Craiova produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 104To 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 R 104 to R 321 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 R 104, which is on 2025-12-18.
