I wrote about our trip to Bucharest and got questions about the metro system there.

This is a very convenient system.

Finding the right train is easily accomplished through the big maps on the walls of the stations.

You can get individual tickets or tickets for a certain period. The metro is relatively cheap. The tariffs are here. You can buy a ticket at ticket vending machines at all stations. The machines are straightforward to use, have an English interface, and accept many cards and contactless options such as Apple Pay.

We bought a week’s ticket for 30 RON (6 euros) per person.

The ticket is a thick paper card with a magnetic strip. You use the card to enter through the gates. YOu slide the strip in, wait a few seconds for the validation, and the machine spits out the card again and opens the gate.

When you arrive at your destination, you can pass through the gates without presenting your ticket. The gates open automatically.

PS. In an earlier post, I mentioned that Bolt provides a fine taxi service in Bucharest.