What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Calafat?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Calafat is to bus which costs $6 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Calafat?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Calafat is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Calafat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bucharest - Gară Filaret and arriving at Calafat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Calafat?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Calafat. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Calafat via Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Calafat?

The distance between Bucharest and Calafat is 324 km. The road distance is 319.7 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Calafat without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Calafat without a car is to bus via București Rahova which takes 6h 56m and costs $16.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Calafat?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Bucharest to Calafat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Calafat bus from?

Bucharest to Calafat bus services, operated by DLS Bus, depart from București Rahova station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Calafat train from?

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

Train or bus from Bucharest to Calafat?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Calafat is to bus via București Rahova which takes 6h 56m and costs $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $40 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Bucharest to Calafat bus arrive?

Bucharest to Calafat bus services, operated by DLS Bus, arrive at Calafat station.

Where does the Bucharest to Calafat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Calafat?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Calafat is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Bucharest to Calafat.

Where can I stay near Calafat?

There are 59+ hotels available in Calafat.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest 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 București Rahova
best
1. Take the bus from București Rahova to Calafat
6h 56m
$15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Calafat
8h 10m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to CraiovaBucureşti Nord Gr.A - Craiova / ...
2. Take the train from Craiova to CalafatCraiova - Calafat
8h 12m
$23–37
Drive 319.7 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Calafat319.7 km
3h 34m
$51–74

Bucharest to Calafat by train

13Weekly Trains

8h 12mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bucharest to Calafat.

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Distance: 323.7 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Calafat, Romania?

DLS Bus operates a bus from București Rahova to Calafat once daily. Tickets cost $14 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bucharest to Calafat via Craiova in around 8h 12m.

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