Sustainable Travel
Dear attendees,
As we all face climate change and its’ negative affect on our planet, ESPID is calling everyone to take action and join the efforts for a positive impact and more sustainable future.
The carbon emissions from travel by flying comprise the highest part of the event Carbon footprint and the goal of our Sustainability strategy is to do the utmost to reduce it by prompting other more eco-friendly options.
We invite you to say No to flights when travelling to Bucharest and say Yes to a more sustainable transportation – buses or trains, this way you will maximize your positive contribution:
- Your Carbon footprint will be significantly lower, and could reach up to 86% fewer greenhouse emissions
- This will significantly reduce the air pollution that has a direct impact on public health.
- Buses and trains are more affordable and this way you will contribute to the communities equity.
We are happy to advise that ESPID prioritizes sustainable travel and will incentivize arriving in Bucharest by sustainable transportation, such as bus or train.
Travel Options
By Car
People can drive to Bucharest from the following countries:
- Bulgaria – Direct access via Giurgiu-Ruse border crossing.
- Serbia – Via the Moravița or Jimbolia border crossings.
- Hungary – Via the Nădlac or Borș border crossings.
- Moldova – Via the Albita or Sculeni border crossings.
- Ukraine – Depending on the situation at the border, via the Halmeu or Siret border crossings.
By Bus
There are international bus connections to Bucharest from:
- Bulgaria – Sofia, Varna, Ruse, Plovdiv
- Serbia – Belgrade
- Hungary – Budapest
- Moldova – Chișinău
- Greece – Athens, Thessaloniki
- Turkey – Istanbul
- Germany – Several major cities (long-distance buses)
By Train
Several international train routes connect to Bucharest:
- Hungary – Direct trains from Budapest (Dacia Express).
- Bulgaria – Trains from Sofia and Ruse.
- Serbia – Trains used to run from Belgrade, but service may be limited.
- Moldova – Trains from Chișinău (overnight sleeper trains).
- Austria – Direct train from Vienna (Nightjet service via Budapest).
