How to get from Brașov to Peleș Castle
Peleș, in the mountain resort of Sinaia, is one of Romania's most striking buildings — and an easy train ride from Brașov.
Ways to get to Peleș
train
Train to Sinaia
- Time
- about 1 hour on Transferoviar's InterRegio trains (Sinaia is 45 km from Brașov by rail)
- Cost
- shown on the operator's booking site
- Best for
- Independent travellers
From Sinaia station, the castle is an uphill walk or short taxi.
car
Self-drive
- Time
- Traffic dependent (DN1 can be busy)
- Cost
- Fuel + parking
- Best for
- Flexibility
tour
Guided tour
- Time
- Full day
- Cost
- set by each operator — get a written quote
- Best for
- Combining with Bran
Make a day of Sinaia
Book a timed slot at bilete.peles.ro before you take the train, and check the closures: Peleș closed 2 Nov – 1 Dec 2026; Pelișor closed 28 Sep – 3 Nov 2026 (conservation).
Transferoviar's Brașov–Sinaia trains leave Brașov at 09:49 and 16:48 (arriving 10:50 and 17:49); other operators' trains are on CFR Călători. Check the return train before you set off.
Compare your options
Peleș: official tickets and trains
Official tickets
Official operatorPeleș National Museum (official)
Peleș Castle timed tickets
- Price:
- Peleș ground + first floor: adults 100 lei, pensioners 50 lei, pupils/students 25 lei (Pelișor full tour: adults 30 lei); no extra fee for the guide
- timed tickets online at bilete.peles.ro or from on-site machines, capped at 2,000 visitors a day — not refundable or reschedulable
- Peleș closed 2 Nov – 1 Dec 2026; Pelișor closed 28 Sep – 3 Nov 2026 (conservation)
Source: peles.ro · checked 2026-10-04
Book on bilete.peles.ro (opens in a new tab)Train tickets
Official operatorCFR Călători (national railway)
Train times and tickets from Brașov (all CFR routes)
- Price:
- See the official site
- Official timetable search
- Online tickets for CFR Călători trains
Source: bilete.cfrcalatori.ro
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FAQs
Is Peleș Castle open every day?
No. Wednesday from 10:00, Thursday–Sunday from 09:15, closed Monday and Tuesday; you enter in the time slot on your ticket, last entry 16:00.
How much is a Peleș ticket?
Peleș ground + first floor: adults 100 lei, pensioners 50 lei, pupils/students 25 lei (Pelișor full tour: adults 30 lei); no extra fee for the guide. Buy at bilete.peles.ro or on-site machines.
Is Peleș closed in November 2026?
Yes. Peleș closed 2 Nov – 1 Dec 2026; Pelișor closed 28 Sep – 3 Nov 2026 (conservation).
Can I combine Peleș and Bran?
Yes, by car or private tour. See best day trips.
Sources and verification
Where each time-sensitive detail on this page comes from, and where to check the ones that change often.
- Peleș seasonal closureVerified 2026-10-04 · peles.ro
- Train Brașov–SinaiaVerified 2026-10-04 · transferoviarcalatori.ro
- Train fare Brașov–SinaiaCheck before travel · bilete.cfrcalatori.ro
- Peleș visiting slotsVerified 2026-10-04 · peles.ro
- Peleș ticket priceVerified 2026-10-04 · peles.ro
- How to buy Peleș ticketsVerified 2026-10-04 · peles.ro