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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Cluj is to bus which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Cluj is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $120 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Cluj?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Cluj. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Arte Plastice via Traian Vuia Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Cluj?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Cluj. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at P-ța Cipariu Est via P-ța Gării Sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Cluj?

The distance between Bucharest and Cluj is 335 km. The road distance is 436.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Cluj without a car is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bucharest to Cluj, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Cluj bus from?

Bucharest to Cluj bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Cluj train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Cluj?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Cluj is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $120 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 26m, you could also train, which costs $44 - $49 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Bucharest to Cluj bus arrive?

Bucharest to Cluj bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cluj-Napoca station.

Where does the Bucharest to Cluj train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Cluj?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Cluj is 436 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Bucharest to Cluj.

Where can I stay near Cluj?

There are 1367+ hotels available in Cluj.

Bucharest to Cluj - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bucharest to Cluj by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)plane OTP - CLJ
2h 50m
$124–221
Bus via Bucureşti Autogara Obor
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bucureşti Autogara Obor to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vestbus
10h 1m
$28–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Cluj-Napocabus 3910 / ...
7h 26m
$35–60
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Cluj Napocatrain Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Cluj Napoca
9h 14m
$44–49
Drive 436.5 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Cluj-Napocacar 436.5 km
5h 13m
$70–101

Bucharest to Cluj by bus

48Weekly Buses

7h 26mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

HiSky, Tarom, and Anima Wings fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Cluj-Napoca every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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