Cities Near Braşov
Cities near Braşov, RO: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Sfântu Gheorghe, Târgovişte, Ploieşti. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Braşov, RO is Sfântu Gheorghe, about 17 mi (28 km) away — roughly 33 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sfântu Gheorghe | 17 mi / 28 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Târgovişte | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ploieşti | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Piteşti | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Buzău | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mediaş | 70 mi / 113 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sibiu | 71 mi / 114 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Râmnicu Vâlcea | 71 mi / 114 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Focșani | 76 mi / 123 km | 1 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Târgu-Mureş | 80 mi / 128 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Braşov
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Sfântu Gheorghe, Târgovişte, Ploieşti, Piteşti, Buzău. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Braşov include Sfântu Gheorghe, Târgovişte, Ploieşti, Piteşti, Buzău. The closest is Sfântu Gheorghe, about 17 miles (28 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.