Transportation Guide in Romania Train or Bus? Is BlaBlaCar Reliable? The Best Travel Options

 Romania Transportation Guide for Students

Intercity transportation in Romania is affordable and diverse.

Erasmus students mainly need information about travel options, reliable ticket platforms and route planning.

This guide explains all transportation methods in detail for students living in Romania.

1️⃣ How to Travel Between Cities in Romania?

Most common options:

🚆 Train🚌 Bus🚐 Minibus, microbus🚗 BlaBlaCar✈️ Airplane (for long distances)

Each has pros and cons below.

2️⃣ Train • Romania’s Most Used Transportation Method

Train travel is very common because many cities are connected by railway.

🎫 Where to buy train tickets?👉 mersultrenurilor.info

Advantages:

✅ Wide route network✅ Affordable price✅ No baggage limit✅ Fast train options (InterRegio)

Disadvantages:

⚠️ Slow trains in some regions⚠️ Possible delays⚠️ Old models on some lines

Still, trains are the most logical option for students.

3️⃣ Bus & Minibus • The Most Flexible System

Bus transportation is as common as trains and often faster.

🎫 Where to buy tickets?👉 autogari.ro

Advantages:

✅ Reaches places without train access✅ Faster on some routes✅ Student-friendly prices

Disadvantages:

⚠️ Less systematic than trains⚠️ Departure times may change⚠️ Possible baggage fees

4️⃣ BlaBlaCar • The Most Popular Alternative

BlaBlaCar is extremely common in Romania.

Why do people prefer it?

🚗 Fast travel💰 Affordable🗺️ Flexible routes✨ Clean vehicles

Advantages:

✅ Comfort of a personal car✅ Flexible schedule✅ Route variety

Disadvantages:

⚠️ No seats during busy hours⚠️ Drivers may cancel⚠️ Limited baggage space

Very popular and safe among students.

5️⃣ Plane • Fastest for Long Distances

Cities like Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași and Timișoara have international airports.

Advantages:

✈️ Extremely fast travel💰 Seasonal cheap tickets

Disadvantages:

⚠️ Extra city transportation cost⚠️ Limited flight options

6️⃣ Most Popular Routes in Romania

📍 Bucharest → Cluj-Napoca📍 Bucharest → Iași📍 Cluj-Napoca → Timișoara📍 Sibiu → Cluj📍 Brașov → Bucharest

All accessible by train, bus or BlaBlaCar.

7️⃣ What Affects Transportation Prices?

Prices change depending on:

📏 Distance🚆 Train type / bus company📅 Weekday or weekend⏳ Early booking🎓 Student discount

8️⃣ Best Option for Students

Short distance → 🚆 Train or 🚌 BusMedium distance → 🚆 Train or 🚗 BlaBlaCarLong distance → 🚆 Fast train or ✈️ Plane

9️⃣ Most Common Mistakes

🚫 Going to the wrong station🚫 Traveling without reservation🚫 Forgetting baggage fees🚫 Taking night trains without a couchette🚫 Not checking BlaBlaCar driver reviews

🎯 Summary

Romania offers wide and affordable transportation options.Choosing correctly between trains, buses, BlaBlaCar and planes makes travel fast and economical.Perfect for Erasmus students.