Therme București is located just north of Bucharest, close to Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP). Whether you’re coming from the city center or landing at the airport, you’ve got easy options by bus, car, or taxi.
Please note that the Therme free shuttle bus is no longer in operation.
Where is Therme Bucharest located?
- Address: Calea București 1K, Balotești, Ilfov (077015), Romania
- Main road: DN1 (Bucharest–Ploiești road)
- Closest airport: Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) — ~5 km away
- Distance from Bucharest city center: ~21 km
Getting to Therme by bus (STB line 442, 100)
If you want a simple, budget-friendly route, take bus line 442, which runs between Piața Presei Libere and Therme București and stops at Henri Coandă Airport (OTP). It usually departs about every 20–30 minutes (exact times vary by hour/day — always check the timetable). Bus 442 uses the metropolitan (Bucharest–Ilfov) surface-transport fare: 3 RON for a 90-minute ticket
Combining buses 442 and 100:
Getting to 442 from central Bucharest: you can take bus 100 from the city center (e.g., Unirii / Universitate / Romană / Victoriei) and get off at Piața Presei Libere to connect with 442 on the way to Therme. Bus 100 runs about every 15 minutes on weekdays (roughly 06:00–22:00) and about every 20 minutes on weekends (roughly 06:00–22:00), with 30-minute departures late night/early morning.
Back to the city center: if you’re returning from Therme, you can ride 442 to Henri Coandă Airport (OTP) and switch to bus 100 to continue toward central Bucharest.
Line 442 — Departures from Piața Presei Libere (toward Therme București)
| Hour | Mon–Fri (minutes) | Sat–Sun (minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| 05 | 00, 20, 40 | — |
| 06 | 00, 20, 40 | 30 |
| 07 | 00, 25, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 08 | 15, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 09 | 00, 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 10 | 00, 25, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 11 | 10, 35 | 00, 30 |
| 12 | 00, 30 | 00, 30 |
| 13 | 00, 30 | 00, 30 |
| 14 | 00, 30, 55 | 00, 30 |
| 15 | 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 16 | 00, 20, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 17 | 10, 30, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 18 | 10, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 19 | 15, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 20 | 00, 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 21 | 05, 30 | 00, 30 |
| 22 | 00, 30 | 00, 30 |
| 23 | 00 | 00 |
Line 442 — Departures from Therme București (back toward Piața Presei Libere)
| Hour | Mon–Fri (minutes) | Sat–Sun (minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 05 | 40 | — |
| 06 | 00, 20, 40 | 30 |
| 07 | 00, 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 08 | 00, 20, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 09 | 10, 30, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 10 | 05, 30, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 11 | 10, 30, 55 | 00, 30 |
| 12 | 20, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 13 | 20, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 14 | 20, 50 | 00, 30 |
| 15 | 40 | 00, 30 |
| 16 | 00, 25, 45 | 00, 30 |
| 17 | 05, 30, 55 | 00, 30 |
| 18 | 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 19 | 00, 20 | 00, 30 |
| 20 | 00, 15, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 21 | 00, 20, 40 | 00, 30 |
| 22 | 00, 30 | 00, 30 |
| 23 | 00, 30 | 00, 30 |
Check the official STB full schedule/stops list for line 442 to see the latest departure times and the full stop list — there’s also a route switcher so you can view both directions (to Therme and back to Piața Presei Libere), with times and stops for each. https://www.stb.ro/linie?442
Getting to Therme by Taxi / Ride-hailing
Taking a taxi or ride-hailing service is the most comfortable way to reach Therme București — especially if you’re traveling with luggage, visiting in a group, or heading back late in the evening.
From Bucharest to Therme
For simple, door-to-door travel, you can either book a ride with Uber, Bolt, or Yango, or take a licensed Bucharest taxi (ordered by phone/dispatch or from a marked taxi stand). It’s a great choice for families, groups, or anyone who wants to avoid switching transport. The drive typically follows DN1 toward Otopeni/Balotești.
Estimated price (city center → Therme): roughly 90–110 RON (≈ €18–€22) for a standard ride in normal conditions.
Estimated time (city center / Universitate–Old Town area): usually 25–45 minutes, and 50–70 minutes during weekday rush hours.
From Henri Coandă Airport (OTP) to Therme
For the safest, hassle-free pickup, use the official taxi ordering touchscreens in the Arrivals public area — they connect you with licensed taxi companies and help you avoid overcharging or unauthorized drivers. Then head to the official taxi pickup zone and ignore anyone approaching you inside/outside the terminal offering a “taxi.”
Estimated travel time (OTP → Therme): about 15 minutes in normal traffic (allow extra time at peak hours).
Bolt
Estimated price: typically ~26–32 RON (≈ €5–€6) for a standard ride-hailing option; premium categories can be around 46 RON (≈ €9). Licensed taxi fares are usually in a similar range, depending on traffic and the meter.
Tip: Before you start the ride, confirm “Therme București, Calea București 1K, Balotești” in the app or with the driver so the destination is crystal clear.
Getting to Therme by Rental Car
Renting a car is a convenient option if you’re planning day trips outside Bucharest or you want maximum flexibility (especially for families or groups). Therme București is easy to reach by road because it sits just off DN1, north of the city, near Henri Coandă Airport (OTP).
Where to rent a car:
- At the airport (OTP): the simplest pickup point — most major rental companies operate here, and you can drive straight to Therme after landing.
- In Bucharest: you’ll also find rental offices around central areas and major transport hubs, but airport pickup is usually the smoothest if you’re arriving by plane.
On-site visitor parking is available right at Therme, with a large parking area (1,500+ spaces). If you’re arriving with an electric vehicle, Therme also has on-site charging stations, so you can top up while you relax inside.
Tickets with transfers (from central Bucharest)
Some third-party ticket sellers also offer Therme Bucharest tickets that include round-trip transfers to Therme from fixed pickup points in central Bucharest. This can be a convenient option if you don’t want to navigate public transport or book a taxi — just make sure to check the pickup location, departure time, return time, and what’s included before you book.