By Air: Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) is 5km west of city center, served by low-cost carriers including Wizz Air and Austrian Airlines with connections to major European cities (Vienna, Munich, London, Milan). Airport to city center: Taxi or Bolt (~10 minutes), Tursib bus line 11 (3.50 lei), or rental car pickup.
By Train: Sibiu railway station has direct connections to Bucharest (5-6 hours), Brașov (2.5-3 hours), and other Romanian cities. Book tickets at CFR Călători or stations. Station located 1.5km north of Old Town (15-minute walk or short taxi ride).
By Bus: FlixBus and other carriers connect Sibiu to major Romanian and European cities. Bus station adjacent to railway station. Generally faster and more frequent than trains for domestic routes.
By Car: Sibiu is well-connected via E68/A1 motorway. From Bucharest: 280km (3.5-4 hours), Cluj-Napoca: 170km (2.5 hours), Brașov: 145km (2-2.5 hours). Note: Romanian vignette (road tax) required for motorways - purchase at borders, gas stations, or online at Roviniete.ro.
Walking: The Old Town is compact and entirely walkable - most major attractions within 10-15 minute walk of each other. Cobblestone streets require comfortable footwear.
Local Buses: The Tursib bus network covers the city. A 60-minute ticket costs 3.50 lei and a day pass 7 lei (2026); buy them from Tursib machines or the SibiuBus app; the 60-minute ticket can also be paid contactless on board. Bus #13 goes to ASTRA Museum. Validate tickets on board.
Taxi/Ride-sharing: Taxis are inexpensive by Western European standards. Bolt (ride-sharing app) widely used and recommended over traditional taxis - transparent pricing and no scams. Download app before arrival.
Car Rental: Essential for day trips to Transfăgărășan, Corvin Castle, or fortified churches. Available at airport and city center from €25/day. International companies (Sixt, Budget, Europcar) and local agencies available. International driving license recommended though EU licenses accepted.
Bicycle: The public Sibiu Bike City scheme has docking stations around the city; the Old Town's cobblestones are not ideal for cycling. Better for riverside paths or park areas.
Old Town largely pedestrianized. Designated parking zones are paid (machines or app). Underground parking at Shopping City Sibiu or paid lots near Teatrului Street. Hotels often provide parking or arrangements.
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