To help you make the most of your experience in Sibiu, we have prepared a short guide on how to use local public transport.

1. Buses

Public transport in Sibiu has a relatively new fleet of buses, 45% of which are low emission (compressed gas or electric buses).

Bus stops are easily identified by signs with the names and numbers of the routes passing through that stop. Some stations have electronic boards showing real-time bus arrival times.

2. Travel passes: tickets, day tickets and weekly or 30-day passes

To travel by public transport in Sibiu, you need a valid ticket. It can be purchased at Tursib agencies, from street vending machines, from yellow contactless machines on the bus, from the SibiuBus mobile app and from the 24Pay mobile app. Always make sure you have a valid ticket, to avoid any inconvenience.

3. Useful apps for public transport

The SibiuBus mobile app is a special app for public transport in Sibiu. It allows you to plan your trips, track the position of buses in real time and purchase tickets.

The app is available for Android and iOS operating systems and users can download it for free from Google Play or the Apple Store.

The 24Pay mobile app allows you to purchase 60-minute tickets and day tickets.

The app is available for Android and iOS operating systems and users can download it for free from Google Play or the Apple Store.

4. Useful bus routes for tourists, stopping at:

• Train station: buses 2, 3, 5, 13, 15, 18, 19, 22
• National bus station (in Romanian: Autogară): buses 1, 8, 16, 115, 117
• Airport: buses 11, 112, 116, 117, 118
• Old Town: bus 3
• Sibiu Municipal Stadium: buses 1, 13, 15
• Promenada Mall Sibiu: buses 2, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 19, 115, 118
• Zoo: buses 3, 22
• Astra Museum: bus 13
• Păltiniș: bus 22
• Sibiu County Emergency Hospital: buses 2, 5, 10, 12, 13, 17, 19, 118

5. Tursib transports your bikes to Păltiniș

If you want to travel on the tourist route Sibiu - Păltiniș and want to take your bike with you, you should know that Tursib coaches are equipped with a trailer that allows the transport of bicycles. The fare for transporting a bicycle is 10 lei, and the bicycles are loaded and unloaded at the end of the line, i.e., at the train station stop in Sibiu and at the "Păltiniș" station when getting off.

6. Money saving tips

If your holiday lasts several days, you should know that weekly passes are a convenient option for tourists. 7-day passes cost 23 lei and allow you to travel on an unlimited number of routes.

Another advantageous option is the daily pass which costs 5 lei and is valid for 1 day. You can use it for an unlimited number of journeys within the day of validity.

Also, if you use the route 22 Sibiu - Păltiniș, think about buying a round-trip ticket to Păltiniș, as its fare is 20 lei. Otherwise, a one-way ticket costs 11 lei.

7. By bus to Sibiu Christmas Market

You can use the following lines: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 19.
It is important to note that line 3 takes you closest to the Christmas Market.

We also invite you to visit our website for travel planning. Thus, transport will not be a source of concern during your holiday.

So put on your warm clothes and enjoy the magic of the Christmas Market!

We hope this little guide will help you enjoy your holiday in Sibiu and get around the city easily. If you encounter any difficulties or have any further questions, please do not hesitate to let us know, either by email: relatiicupublicul@tursib.ro or by phone: 0269426100.

We wish you a wonderful stay in Sibiu!