What is the cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

The cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran is to train which costs $23 - $26 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

The fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Alba Iulia and Castelul Bran?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Bran via Lancrăm, Sebeș, Stadionul Municipal and Braşov. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

The distance between Alba Iulia and Castelul Bran is 275 km. The road distance is 214.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs $23 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran bus from?

Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sebeș station.

Train or bus from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs $23 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $35 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran bus arrive?

Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brașov station.

Can I drive from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran.

Where can I stay near Castelul Bran?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Castelul Bran.

Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to BrașovIR-N: Lokoshaza - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A
6h 37m
$23–26
Bus via Râmnicu Vâlcea
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Râmnicu Vâlcea
2. Take the bus from Râmnicu Vâlcea Autogara 1 Mai to Bran2Bv
9h 18m
$14–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sebeș to BrașovN959 / ...
7h 12m
$22–30
Drive 214.9 km
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran214.9 km
2h 59m
$35–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran214.9 km
2h 59m
$110–140
Train via Alba Iulia
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Brasov347
6h 49m
$50–70

Alba Iulia to Castelul Bran by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.4 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Alba Iulia, Romania and Castelul Bran, Romania?

Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Alba Iulia to Brașov once daily. Tickets cost $23–26 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sebeș to Brașov 3 times a day. Tickets cost $20–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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