Daily direct connections will be provided from several cities across the country to seaside resorts and the Danube Delta.
The period during which the 40 trains will operate on these routes begins on June 10 and will last until September 11-12, 2022.
The “Sun Trains” (Trenurile Soarelui) will depart with direct connections from Arad, Deva, Timișoara Nord, Reșița, Oradea, Satu Mare, Baia Mare, Cluj Napoca, Târgu Mureș, Brașov, Suceava, Iași, Galați, Buzău.
Mangalia will be the destination and departure point for 18 of the direct trains.
For the Danube Delta destination, starting June 11, trains IR 1981/ R 8653 and R 8656/ IR 1982 will provide a daily direct connection between Bucharest North and Tulcea.
Trains from Bucharest or Constanța will also depart daily for Medgidia, where a connection to Tulcea can also be made.
The travel time on the Bucharest – Constanța route is, on average, about 2 hours and 20 minutes.
InterRegio train carriages are air-conditioned and equipped with electrical outlets and ecological toilets, most of them being modernized.
Fares for the Bucharest North – Constanța route start at nearly 60 RON for 2nd class, almost 33 RON for Regio-Express, and approximately 30 RON for Regio trains.
Pupils can travel for free, and students receive a 50% discount for 2nd class carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Sun Trains operate?
The direct train services to the Romanian seaside and Danube Delta operate from June 10 until mid-September.
Which cities have direct train links to the coast?
Major cities including Arad, Timișoara, Cluj Napoca, Iași, and Brașov offer direct connections to the Black Sea resorts.
Are there discounts available for train tickets?
Yes, pupils travel for free, while students benefit from a 50% discount on 2nd class tickets.