What is the cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

The cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat is to train which costs $39 - $44 and takes 11h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

The fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat is to drive which takes 5h 47m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Alba Iulia and Calafat?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba Iulia to Calafat. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Calafat via Hateg and Caransebeș. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Alba Iulia and Calafat?

No, there is no direct train from Alba Iulia to Calafat. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Calafat via Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

The distance between Alba Iulia and Calafat is 379 km. The road distance is 371.8 km.

How do I travel from Alba Iulia to Calafat without a car?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat without a car is to bus via Caransebeș which takes 8h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Calafat bus from?

Alba Iulia to Calafat bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, depart from Alba Iulia station.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Calafat train from?

Alba Iulia to Calafat train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Alba Iulia station.

Train or bus from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat is to bus via Caransebeș which takes 8h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $39 - $44 and takes 11h 8m.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Calafat bus arrive?

Alba Iulia to Calafat bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, arrive at Haţeg station.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Calafat train arrive?

Alba Iulia to Calafat train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Craiova station.

Can I drive from Alba Iulia to Calafat?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba Iulia to Calafat is 372 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Alba Iulia to Calafat.

Where can I stay near Calafat?

There are 59+ hotels available in Calafat.

Alba Iulia to Calafat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alba Iulia to Calafat by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Caransebeș
best
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to HaţegCj1
2. Take the bus from Hateg to CaransebeşT1
3. Take the bus from Caransebeș to Calafat
8h 46m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to CraiovaIR: Cluj Napoca - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A
2. Take the train from Craiova to CalafatR: Craiova - Calafat
11h 8m
$39–43
Drive 371.8 km
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Calafat371.8 km
5h 47m
$60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Târgu Jiu
2. Take the bus from Târgu Jiu to Drobeta-Turnu Severin
3. Take the bus from Drobeta-Turnu Severin to Calafat
9h 17m

Alba Iulia to Calafat by train

7Weekly Trains

11h 8mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.3 km
Duration: 8h 46m

What companies run services between Alba Iulia, Romania and Calafat, Romania?

You can take a bus from Alba Iulia to Calafat via Haţeg, Hateg, Caransebeş, and Caransebeș in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alba Iulia to Calafat via Craiova in around 11h 8m.

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