GETTING AROUND - CONSTANTA

By Train

Constanta Railway Station is the largest station in the city and on the Romanian Black Sea coast. Located less than a mile from the town center. There are taxis outside the station, and buses #40, and 43 go to the town center. The station is served by several buses and minibus lines.

There are five daily trains to/from Bucharest during the offseason and more trains in the summer. The journey takes between 2.5-3 hours and a second class ticket will cost around RON 61.60.

By Bus

The main bus station in Constanta is located near the main railway station. There are several buses daily that connect the city to the rest of the country, Bucharest buses leave Constanta every 45 minutes and the journey takes around 3.5 hours starting at 6:00 am. Tickets cost around RON 30 and can be bought from the driver.

By Tram and Trolleybuses

The public transportation system in Constanta consists of buses, trams, and trolleybuses which connect the city and the outskirts along with major tourist attractions. Tickets are interchangeable for all three forms of transport and cost around 1-5 lei and can be purchased from the RATC kiosks.

There are route maps available at the yellow ticket kiosks at the bus, tram, and trolley bus stops. Bus no. 5-40 runs from the railway station at the beginning of the Mamaia strip and is the best bus route to see the sights of the city.

There is a double-decker sightseeing hop-on, hop-off bus offered in the summer, they offer stops at major attractions and access to and from the resort area of Mamaia.

By Car

Renting a car when visiting Constanta is a great idea and allows you to access nearby attractions and cities. The popular A2 highway is the route from Constanta to Bucharest, a newer highway in great condition, a rapid road link between the two cities.

By Taxi

Taxis are plentiful in the city, a legal taxi will be yellow and shows the fees written with green or black characters on the driver’s door. Taxis run on meters and can be found outside the stations, major tourist attractions, hotels, and called and ordered over the phone by your hotel.

A Maxi taxi is another option in the city, a minivan that follows a specific route. When you board the maxi taxi, you pay for a ticket and tell the driver where you want to get off.

On Foot

Constanta is a very walkable city and the entire city can be covered on foot in just a few hours. There are many picturesque destinations to take a pleasant walk in Constanta including the historical peninsula, the sea coast, the Tomis marina, and many of the beautiful verdant parks.

Constanta’s old town is filled with historical buildings including the abandoned casinos from the old-time, there are many popular attractions found by the city boardwalk including Ovidiu’s Statue, the Church of St. Anthony, Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, St. Nicholas Church, and Kral Cami King’s Mosque.

By Bicycle

There are many scenic routes to take a bike ride in Constanta, riding through the verdant parks, down by the marina, and along the coastline is a pleasant experience. There is a free bicycle rental service sponsored by Raiffeisen Bank, located in Tabacarie Park which is offered from June to October. You can rent a bike with your ID or passport for 2 hours, with an option to extend for an additional 2 hours.

By Private Transfer

Private transfers are available between many cities in Romania with one of our reputable companies. These point-to-point transfers allow for passengers to enjoy the ride and take in the scenery while the driver connects you to your destination. The roads in Romania can be hard for non-locals to navigate, so a private transfer is a great way to travel.