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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Gherla is to bus which costs $18 - $27 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Gherla is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $160 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Gherla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Gherla. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Gherla?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Gherla. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Gherla via Dej Calatori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Gherla?

The distance between Bucharest and Gherla is 365 km. The road distance is 429.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Gherla without a car is to bus via Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) which takes 9h 36m and costs $21 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Bucharest to Gherla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Gherla bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Gherla train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Gherla?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Gherla is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $160 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus via Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ), which costs $21 - $60 and takes 9h 36m, you could also train, which costs $45 - $55 and takes 10h 23m.

Where does the Bucharest to Gherla bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bucharest to Gherla train arrive?

Bucharest to Gherla train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Dej Calatori station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Gherla?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Gherla is 430 km. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Bucharest to Gherla.

Where can I stay near Gherla?

There are 44+ hotels available in Gherla.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bucharest to Gherla 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)OTP - CLJ
2h 45m
$162–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Gherla
10h
$18–27
Bus via Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Cluj-NapocaN3905 / ...
9h 36m
$21–60
Train
1. Take the train from Bucharest to Dej CalatoriIR-N: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Satu Mare / ...
10h 23m
$46–53
Drive 429.6 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Gherla429.6 km
6h 45m
$69–99

Bucharest to Gherla by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

9h 36mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 364.6 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Anima Wings, Tarom, and HiSky fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Cluj-Napoca 3 times a day. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 8h.

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