From Bucharest airport to Bran Castle
Most visitors land at Henri Coandă Airport, code OTP, and the castle lies about 30 km from Brașov. No train ends in Bran. The railway takes you to Brașov, and from there you continue by bus or car. Each leg has its own fare and time, so do not treat them as one ticket.
If you would rather not manage three legs, compare a day trip from Bucharest to Bran Castle or the guided tours, and check what transport each one includes.
The routes compared
Each row is one leg. Prices in RON, 2026.
| Leg | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| OTP airport to București Nord by train | 20 to 25 minutes, about every 40 minutes | RON 6.50, plus RON 4.50 for a reserved seat |
| București Nord to Brașov by train | One example takes 2 hours 15 minutes | Depends on the train and the reservation |
| Brașov to Bran by bus | One example takes 54 minutes | RON 15 |
| Brașov to Bran by car | About 35 minutes as a planning value | Fuel and parking |
| OTP airport to Bran by taxi or transfer | No single time that holds every day | Agree the price before you start |
For most travelers without a car, the usual route is airport train, train to Brașov and bus to Bran. If your time matters more than the cost, a taxi, a transfer or a guided day trip removes the changes.
Our pick: a day trip from central Bucharest
A guided day trip that gets you from the city to Bran and back without your own transport. It is not an airport transfer.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Bran Castle day trips with transport
Guided trips from Bucharest and Brașov, with live prices and availability.
Train from Bucharest airport (OTP) to the city
The airport train runs from Henri Coandă to București Nord around the clock, about every 40 minutes. The ride takes 20 to 25 minutes. The fare since 14 December 2025 is RON 6.50 without a reserved seat. A reserved seat costs RON 4.50 more, so RON 11 with a seat. If you buy from the conductor on board, the price is RON 13.
You can buy online, at a ticket office, at a machine or with a contactless card on the train. These are different prices for different ways of buying, not competing flat rates.
Bucharest to Brașov by train, then to Bran
The railway ends in Brașov.
From București Nord, trains run to Brașov. One example train left București Nord at 12:21 and arrived in Brașov at 14:36, which is 2 hours 15 minutes. Timetables change by day, so check the current one. Prices depend on the train and the seat reservation.
In Brașov, a private regional bus runs toward Moieciu and stops at Bran Centru Castel. One example departs Autogara 2 at 07:00, arrives at 07:54 and costs RON 15. Do not add these examples into one connection. The walk from the station to the bus station, the change and the wait are not in the times. If you stay overnight in Brașov, see where to stay.
Brașov airport (GHV)
A smaller airport near the city.
Brașov-Ghimbav Airport uses the code GHV. Its destinations have included London Luton, Dortmund, Rome Fiumicino, Milan Malpensa, Budapest, Naples and Memmingen. Routes and frequencies change, so do not assume a daily flight. Before you book, plan the last leg to Brașov or Bran by taxi, transfer or hire car, because the airport has no direct line to the castle that you can count on.
Taxi and transfer from Bucharest airport (OTP)
The direct road option.
A taxi or a pre-booked transfer takes you from OTP straight to Bran by road. It is not comparable with the RON 6.50 airport train, which only goes to the city. Prices depend on the vehicle and the time, so there is no flat fare to quote. Agree the price before you set off, and ask about extras: a luggage supplement, a child seat and a night surcharge.
Car hire and parking
Romania car rental: what to check.
Road toll
Romania moved to a new electronic road toll system in October 2026. Do not rely on older flat tariffs. Ask the rental company whether the toll is included and valid for your whole trip.
Prices and deposit
Daily rates and deposit rules depend on the company, the car and the dates. Compare your own dates and read the deposit terms before you pay.
Parking near Bran
Parking rules and fees at the castle and in the old town of Brașov change. Do not assume you can drive up to the castle gate or into the old town. Plan to park and walk, and ask your host about parking if you sleep in the city.
The drive itself
From Brașov, take the DN73/E574 road and plan about 35 minutes. That is a planning value, not a promise on busy days.
Bran Castle tickets
Prices and opening hours for 2026.
Weather and seasons
Hours that change by season.
Compare rental car prices at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) for the drive to Bran on Economybookings.com.
Getting to Bran Castle: frequently asked questions
Is there a train to Bran Castle?
No. The railway ends in Brașov, and you continue to Bran by bus or car.
How much is the train from Bucharest airport?
RON 6.50 without a reserved seat since 14 December 2025. A reserved seat adds RON 4.50, and buying from the conductor costs RON 13.
What is the code of Brașov airport?
GHV. It is not BOB.
Can I take a taxi from Bucharest airport to Bran?
Yes, a taxi or transfer goes directly by road. Agree the price before you start and ask about luggage, child seat and night surcharges.
Do I need a toll sticker for a hire car?
Romania uses a new electronic road toll system since October 2026. Ask your rental company whether the toll is included and valid.