Cities Near Ploieşti
Cities near Ploieşti, RO: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Târgovişte, Sector 1, Sector 3. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Ploieşti, RO is Târgovişte, about 27 mi (44 km) away — roughly 53 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Târgovişte | 27 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sector 1 | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sector 3 | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Buzău | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Braşov | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Piteşti | 57 mi / 91 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sfântu Gheorghe | 64 mi / 104 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Slobozia | 71 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Giurgiu | 74 mi / 118 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Focșani | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Ploieşti
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Târgovişte, Sector 1, Sector 3, Buzău, Braşov. 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 Ploieşti include Târgovişte, Sector 1, Sector 3, Buzău, Braşov. The closest is Târgovişte, about 27 miles (44 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.