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Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Timișoara to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Timișoara to Bucharest will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 6 buses from Timișoara to Bucharest, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 9 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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.
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Buses from Timișoara to Bucharest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 410 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 410 km |
Average bus duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 5:05 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Timișoara to Bucharest.
The table below shows live departures for Timișoara to Bucharest coaches for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:30 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 9h45 | 18:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor | 10h15 | 20:00 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor | 9h15 | 22:00 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 12h55 | 6:30 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor | 9h05 | 6:30 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 10h45 | 9:30 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:35 Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin | 11h40 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Timișoara to Bucharest by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Timișoara to Bucharest buses use the Timişoara, Calea Stan Vidrighin to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Timișoara and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor is 1 km from Timișoara city centre. Public transport options include:
Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor. ATMs are available at Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor.
Ticket office support is available at Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor.
Available at Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Timișoara, Splaiul Tudor: Wheelchair access provided.
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