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Trip Overview

The average train between Budapest and Craiova takes 12h 23m and the fastest train takes 12h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Craiova. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 23m
Duration
637 km
Distance
$36
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Budapest to Craiova train times

Trains run twice daily between Budapest and Craiova. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 3:10 PM which arrives into Craiova at 4:29 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 12h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 12h 19m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 24m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 12h 14m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 12h 14m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 12h 14m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 12h 14m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 12h 57m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 12h 57m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 19m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Craiova? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Budapest to Craiova.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 637.5 km
  • Duration: 12h 23m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Craiova, Romania?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Keleti to Craiova every 4 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 11h 31m.

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