OPERATIONAL BRIEF: PLOIEȘTI
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
A beer in Ploiești is very affordable, around 8–12 RON (€1.60–€2.50). Inside Ilie Oană Stadium, prices are similar. Cash is more common for stadium snacks.
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Stadium access – Ilie Oană Stadium
GETTING TO THE GROUND
The stadium is a 10-15 minute walk from the city center. From Ploiești Gara de Sud, take Tram 101. From Gara Vest, take local bus 2 to the center.
Warning: Ensure your train stops at Gara de Sud if you want the easiest walk to the stadium area. Gara Vest is further out.
Away supporters are in the designated guest sector (approx. 730 seats). Access is via gates on the eastern side of the stadium.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Alcohol (if risk level is high)
CRITICAL
The ground is modern (all-seated). Security searching is standard. Card payments are widely accepted in the city, but bring some cash for the stadium.
Exit routes & evacuation
Designated exit routes lead towards the team bus parking or the main road back to Gara de Sud station.
Exit via the main wide tunnels in the guest sector to the external perimeter for dispersal.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Bucharest Henri Coandă (OTP)
Transfer
Ploiești is approx. 50 mins from Bucharest airport by car/shuttle. Direct train or bus links are also frequent.
Tip
Bucharest is close enough that many fans choose to stay there and travel to Ploiești for matchday only.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The Bulevardul Revoluției and the area around the City Hall are the main hubs for food and social activity. Numerous terraces are active in the summer.
RECOMMENDED
City Hall / Bulevardul Revoluției offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Piața Victoriei
The central square of Ploiești, surrounded by historic buildings and shops. It is the primary assembly point for fans before matches.
POLICE PROFILE
DIRECTIVE
Romanian Jandarmerie handle stadium security. They are directive and prioritize fan segregation. They will often escort groups from the station to the ground.