The average train between Cluj and Bucharest takes 10h 56m and the fastest train takes 9h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cluj to Bucharest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Cluj and Bucharest. The earliest departure is at 7:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cluj is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Bucharest at 1:00 PM. All services require a transfer at P-ța Gării Sosire and take an average of 10h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cluj to Bucharest? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cluj to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Cluj station and arriving at Bucharest station via Bucharest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.
Cluj to Bucharest train services, operated by CTP Cluj, depart from Cluj Napoca station.
Cluj to Bucharest train services, operated by CTP Cluj, arrive at Bucharest station.
The distance between Cluj and Bucharest is 304.2 km. The road distance is 494 km.
Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Cluj Napoca to Bucharest 5 times a day. Tickets cost $44–48 and the journey takes 8h 56m.