Cheap bus tickets from Arad to Ploiești
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Bus from Arad to Ploiești: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Arad to Ploiești. Travelling by bus from Arad to Ploiești usually takes around 12 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 243 mi (391 km)
- Shortest duration
- 10h 40m
- Cheapest price
- $40.60
- Trips per day
- 5
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Bus lines
- 1
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Arad to Ploiești Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Arad to Ploiești:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Arad to Ploiești?
Bus tickets for a trip from Arad to Ploiești cost about $42 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this 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 Arad to Ploiești by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Arad to Ploiești in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $55 to $55. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 15, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Ploiești this week, bus tickets are available starting at $55.
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 Arad to Ploiești?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Arad to Ploiești. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5 | 12h 47m | $55.89 |
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 5 trips from Arad to Ploiești, and usually makes the trip in about 12 hours and 47 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Arad to Ploiești
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Arad to Ploiești every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
5
Direct trips
2
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 391 kilometres from Arad to Ploiești. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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)
243
Distance (km)
391
The first bus leaves at 12:30 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 9:45 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Arad to Ploiești, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
12:30am
Latest bus
9:45pm
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Sunday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Arad?
Main departure station: Arad (Tabita Bus Stop)
Most buses depart from the main station in Arad.
All bus stations in Arad:
- Arad (Tabita Bus Stop)
Where does the bus arrive in Ploiești?
Main arrival station: Strada Depoului 9 - 11
All buses from Arad arrive at one main station in Ploiești.
All bus stations in Ploiești:
- Strada Depoului 9 - 11

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