Ankara to Arad by bus
Arad lies 1,166 km (724 mi) north-west of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 21 h 10 min including stops, over roughly 1,422 km (884 mi) of road.
| Ankara | Arad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Romania |
| Population | 3.5 million | 169,065 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 109 m (358 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Arad
Crossing from Turkey into Romania: money changes from the Lira to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Ankara to Arad
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Staying in Arad
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Common questions
How far is Arad from Ankara?
1,166 km (724 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ankara; by road roughly 1,422 km (884 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Arad by bus?
About 21 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Arad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Arad?
The Leu (RON).
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.