Botoșani Train Station (Gara Botoșani) is the only railway station in Botoșani, the capital of Botoșani County in the northeast of Romania. It is a terminus station and all trains depart in the northwestern direction.
History Of Botoșani Train Station
The construction of the railway station started in 1867 and it was inaugurated in 1872 to connect Botoșani with Verești. The building, which is now a historical monument, was designed by the Austrian company Victor von Offenheim. In 2014 the station building was closed as it was deteriorating but after a restoration it was reopened again in 2014.
Train Companies And Routes At Botoșani Train Station
All trains at Botoșani Train Station are operated by CFR Călători, Romania’s national railway carrier and the country’s largest operator of train routes. The station mainly serves regional trains to Verești and Suceava but also has a direct connection to Bucharest North.
You can find live departure and arrival information on the website of Căile Ferate Române.
Buying Train Tickets At Botoșani Train Station
You can buy your train tickets for journeys with CFR Călători directly at one of the ticket counters or vending machines inside the train station, via certified travel agencies, or online via the website of CFR Călători or their mobile app.
Getting To And From Botoșani Train Station
Botoșani Train Station is located northwest of the city, which is a 25 to 30-minute walk from the center.
You can also get to and from the train station by bus. The nearest stop is on Calea Națională. More information about the bus routes and schedules can be found on the website of Eltrans.
There is also a taxi stand in front of the train station and ridesharing app Bolt is also available for rides in Botoșani.
Facilities At Botoșani Train Station
The following facilities are available at Botoșani Train Station: public toilets, vending machines, lockers for luggage storage, and an indoor waiting area.
