BUCHARESTLeaving Bucharest–Henri Coandă: transport guide
Express bus 783 and the new metro M6 (when fully open) reach the city cheaply. Beware unlicensed 'Black Cab' taxis — use Bolt or the touchscreen taxi machines.
OTP (Bucharest–Henri Coandă) serves Bucharest, Romania. The recommended way out is Take Bus 783 to centre, or order Bolt (~RON 7 bus / RON 50–80 Bolt, 45–60 min bus / 30–45 min Bolt). Pickup: Bus bay outside Arrivals; Bolt at curb.
- RON 7–RON 80ExpectedWhat locals pay
- RON 150+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- RON 300+ 'Black Cab'ScamWalk away
Take Bus 783 to centre, or order Bolt
- Typical fare
- RON 7 bus / RON 50–80 Bolt
- Journey time
- 45–60 min bus / 30–45 min Bolt
- Pickup
- Bus bay outside Arrivals; Bolt at curb
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Bolt / Uber
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- RON 50–RON 80
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- 3–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Cheap
- Tracked
Cons - 2
Bus 783 Express
- Cost
- RON 7
- Journey
- 45–60 min
- Wait
- Every 15–40 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Very cheap
- Direct
Cons- Slow
- Crowded
- 3
Touchscreen-machine taxi
- Cost
- RON 40–RON 80
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Licensed
- Metered
Cons - 4
Curb 'Black Cab'
- Cost
- RON 200–RON 500
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💵 Cash
ProsCons- Notorious tourist scam
From gate to city
- 1Clear immigration (EU e-gates available)
- 2Collect bags, clear customs
- 3Use a touchscreen taxi machine, order Bolt, or walk to Bus 783
- 4Confirm taxi co-op name (Cobalcescu / Speed / Meridian etc.)
- 5Total to centre: 30–60 min
- Bolt installed
- Touchscreen machine identified
- Activ Card or contactless for bus
Common scams & payment traps
- Contactless universal; RON small notes useful
'Black Cab' overcharge
Medium riskDrivers at the curb quote 5–10× the metered fare; meter set to faster speed.
HOW TO AVOID · Use the touchscreen taxi machines inside, or Bolt. Never agree to a 'flat' price at the curb.
What locals & travellers say
“Coverage is dense; cards accepted; receipts emailed.”
- "Coverage is dense; cards accepted; receipts emailed." — Bolt is the easy default
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OTP arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Bucharest–Henri Coandă?
- Take Bus 783 to centre, or order Bolt. Use touchscreen taxi machines in Arrivals — they call a specific licensed cab. Skip the curb 'Black Cab' touts entirely.
- Are taxis at OTP safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: 'black cab' overcharge — Drivers at the curb quote 5–10× the metered fare; meter set to faster speed. Use the touchscreen taxi machines inside, or Bolt. Never agree to a 'flat' price at the curb.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at OTP?
- Yes — Bolt / Uber works at OTP. Typical cost RON 50–RON 80, journey ~30–45 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from OTP to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the OTP → Centre route is roughly RON 7–RON 80. Anything around RON 150+ is high — RON 300+ 'Black Cab' is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at OTP?
- Carry small local notes — Touchscreen-machine taxi expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Bucharest–Henri Coandă?
- Bus bay outside Arrivals; Bolt at curb. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is OTP safe to arrive at late at night?
- OTP is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
- What scams should I watch for at OTP?
- The most reported at OTP: 'Black Cab' overcharge. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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