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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Hungary into Romania, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Romania expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. The M43/A1 corridor crosses at Nădlac toward Arad and Timișoara.
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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromHungary
ToRomania
IDP in RomaniaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in RomaniaRON
Hungary → Romania

Crossing the border

The M43/A1 corridor crosses at Nădlac toward Arad and Timișoara.

Driving rules in Romania

  • Road vignette (rovinietă) required.
  • Headlights on outside built-up areas.
  • Zero-tolerance alcohol policy (0.0%).
  • Reflective vest and triangle mandatory.

What to see when you arrive in Romania

  • Bran (Dracula's) Castle
  • the painted monasteries of Bucovina
  • the medieval citadel of Sighișoara
  • the Transfăgărășan road
  • the Danube Delta

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Hungary to Romania?
Yes — Romania requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Romania recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Hungary and Romania?
No. Both Hungary and Romania drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
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