How to Get to National Arena Bucharest - Complete Guide 2026

National Arena is Romania’s largest stadium, located at Bulevardul Basarabia 37-39, Bucharest. Here are all your options for getting to events at the national arena.

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By Metro - Fastest Option

Station: Piața Muncii (M1 - Yellow Line)

• From Gara de Nord (North Station): M1 yellow line, direct to Piața Muncii (10 minutes, no transfer needed)
• From Piața Unirii: Take M3 to Piața Victoriei, transfer to M1 towards Pantelimon, get off at Piața Muncii (12 minutes total)
• From Otopeni Airport: Train to Gara de Nord (25 min, 5.5 LEI), then M1 direct to Piața Muncii. Or bus 783 to Piața Unirii, then M3+M1. Or taxi/Uber (60-80 LEI direct)

From metro to arena:

• 17-minute walk (1.2 km)
• Exit the metro station and walk south on Bd. Basarabia

Metro ticket price:

• 3 LEI per ride (contactless card: Visa/Mastercard tap at turnstile)
• 5 LEI for 2 rides card (2.5 LEI/ride - cheaper option)

⚠️ Important Update (2026): Tram line construction ongoing on Bd. Basarabia - traffic disrupted. Metro + walking are the best options currently.

By Bus

Bus 104 - direct stop at National Arena

• Route: Piața Operei - National Arena - Str. Vatra Luminoasă
• Frequency: every 10-15 minutes
• Ticket price: 3 LEI

Bus 143, 335 - stops near the arena

• Walking distance: 3-5 minutes

Nearest stop: “Arena Națională” - 16 meters away (1-minute walk)

By Trolleybus

Trolleybus 90:

• Route: Matei Voievod - Bd. Carol I - Bd. Elisabeta
• Stop: Arena Națională

Trolleybus 86:

• Route: Arena Națională - Matei Voievod - Foișorul de Foc
• Connections to northern neighborhoods

Ticket price: 3 LEI

By Tram

Tram 40:

• Route: RATB Titan Complex - Bd. 1 Decembrie 1918 - Bd. Basarabia
• Access via Bd. Basarabia entrance
• Ticket price: 3 LEI

By Car

GPS Address: Bulevardul Basarabia 37-39, București

Underground parking: 192 spaces (under the stadium)

• Very limited availability at major events
• Often full before events start

Important: During major events, parking is extremely difficult and traffic is heavily disrupted (especially with 2026 tram construction). We strongly recommend metro or taxi instead of driving.

By Taxi / Uber / Bolt

From City Center (Piața Universității):

• Distance: 3-4 km
• Time: 10-15 minutes (no traffic)
• Estimated cost: 15-25 LEI

From Otopeni Airport:

• Distance: 18 km
• Time: 30-40 minutes
• Estimated cost: 60-80 LEI

Useful Apps

• Google Maps: Real-time routes for all public transport (most commonly used)
• InfoTB: Official STB app for buses, trams, trolleybuses
• Metrorex: Bucharest metro info
• Uber / Bolt: Ride-hailing apps

Recommendations

✅ Fastest option: Metro (M1) + 17-minute walk ✅ Most convenient: Bus 104 direct to National Arena ✅ For major events: Metro or taxi - DO NOT drive (parking extremely limited)

⚠️ 2026 Update: Due to tram construction on Bd. Basarabia, avoid driving if possible. Metro is most reliable.

Accessibility for People with Disabilities

National Arena has special access for people with disabilities:

• Access ramp
• Reserved parking spaces
• Elevators to stands

Getting from Major Locations

From Henri Coandă Airport (Otopeni)

Option 1 - Train + Metro (Fastest & Cheapest):

1. Take train from airport to Gara de Nord (25 min, 5.5 LEI)
2. At Gara de Nord, take M1 metro towards Dristor
3. Get off at Piața Muncii (10 min)
4. Walk 17 minutes (1.2km) to arena

Option 2 - Bus 783:

1. Bus 783 to Piața Unirii (40-50 min, 7 LEI)
2. M3 to Piața Victoriei, transfer to M1 to Piața Muncii (10 min)
3. Walk 17 minutes to arena

Option 3 - Taxi/Uber: 60-80 LEI direct (30-40 min)

From Bucharest North Train Station (Gara de Nord)

1. Metro M1 (yellow line) from Gara de Nord towards Dristor
2. Stay on M1 (no transfer needed) - passes through Piața Victoriei, Ștefan cel Mare, Obor, Iancului
3. Get off at Piața Muncii
4. Walk 17 minutes (1.2km) to arena

From Old Town (Centrul Vechi)

1. Walk to Piața Unirii metro station (5 min)
2. Take M3 to Piața Victoriei (3 min)
3. Transfer to M1 towards Pantelimon
4. Get off at Piața Muncii
5. Walk 17 minutes (1.2km) to arena