Cheap bus tickets from Ruse to Bucharest

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Bus from Ruse to Bucharest: Journey Information

There are 8 intercity buses per day from Ruse to Bucharest. Travelling by bus from Ruse to Bucharest usually takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest Pegasus bus can make the trip in 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Distance: 41 mi (67 km)
Shortest duration: 1h 30m
Cheapest price: $1.56
Trips per day: 8
Most frequent service: Pegasus
Bus lines: 3

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Ruse to Bucharest Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Ruse to Bucharest:

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How much is a bus ticket from Ruse to Bucharest?

Bus tickets for a trip from Ruse to Bucharest cost about $18 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Ruse to Bucharest by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Ruse to Bucharest in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $15 to $17. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 6, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bucharest this week, bus tickets are available starting at $15.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What bus companies travel from Ruse to Bucharest?

There are 3 bus lines from Ruse to Bucharest available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 daily trips, Pegasus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus	2	2h 13m	$12.93
Pegasus	5	1h 37m	$21.30
Union Ivkoni	1	1h 45m	$16.86

First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Ruse to Bucharest, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book Pegasus from Ruse to Bucharest from $18.65. There are 5 trips per day offered by Pegasus from Ruse to Bucharest and you can expect on average to pay $21.30 for a Pegasus ticket to Bucharest. In Ruse, Pegasus departs to Bucharest from bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156. In Bucharest, Pegasus arrives at Horoscop Hotel and one other station.
An average trip on Pegasus from Ruse to Bucharest takes 1 hour and 37 minutes, while the fastest available Pegasus trip will get you to Bucharest in 1 hour and 30 minutes.
On weekends, Pegasus offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $18.65 for a weekend trip to Bucharest.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trip per day on the route from Ruse to Bucharest, and the trip usually takes 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ruse to Bucharest

There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Ruse to Bucharest every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Ruse to Bucharest without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 1 hour and 48 minutes to cover the 67 kilometres from Ruse to Bucharest. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The first bus leaves at 1:25 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 7:20 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Ruse to Bucharest, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

1:25am

Latest bus

7:20pm

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Thursday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Bucharest

Considered one of Europe’s best-kept secrets, Bucharest boasts a unique look that effortlessly blends elements from the East and the West. To marvel at the city’s unique architecture, head over to the Palace of Parliament, which was built during the communist rule of the country. Blending iconic communist architectural elements with modernist Neoclassicism, the building is a living witness to the country’s controversial era. There are walking tours for interested visitors, and the building also houses Romania’s National Museum of Contemporary Art. For those interested in history or cultural lessons, the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant, with its impressive collection of pottery, certainly is a good choice. For those who simply wish to enjoy a walk among nature, Carol Park is relatively close to the city centre, and it rarely gets crowded.

Like most big European cities, the food scene at Bucharest is vibrant and extremely diverse. For those who enjoy authentically Romanian dishes, Casa Doina is a great choice. If you wish to enjoy something more exotic, Divan could be a great choice.

The main bus station in Bucharest is called Bucuresti Militari Bus Station. It is located on the outskirts of the city and it serves as the local hub for FlixBus. Bucharest’s main railway station is the Gara de Nord, which provides access to other European cities as well. The main airport is the Henri Coandă International Airport, located 10.3 miles north of the city centre.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Ruse?

Main departure station: bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156

Buses to Bucharest leave from 3 stations in Ruse.

All bus stations in Ruse:

bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156
Ruse East
Ruse Bul. Midia-Enos

Where does the bus arrive in Bucharest?

Main arrival station: Horoscop Hotel

Buses arrive in Bucharest at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are travelling with.

All bus stations in Bucharest:

Horoscop Hotel
Bucuresti Militari Bus Station
Bucharest Militari Bus Station

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