Driving from Bucharest to Penza
Penza lies 1,684 km (1,047 mi) north-east of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 25 h 41 min without stops, over roughly 2,055 km (1,277 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bucharest | Penza | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Russia |
| Population | 1.9 million | 523,553 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 156 m (512 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
What changes when you arrive in Penza
Crossing from Romania into Russia: money changes from the Leu to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book car hire from Bucharest to Penza
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Staying in Penza
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Penza. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (10). Guests have left 32 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Penza
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Common questions
How far is Penza from Bucharest?
1,684 km (1,047 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bucharest; by road roughly 2,055 km (1,277 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Penza by car?
About 25 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Penza?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Penza?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Penza?
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Penza, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.