What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Cugir?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Cugir is to train which costs $26 - $35 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Cugir?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Cugir is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Cugir?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Cugir. However, there are services departing from Budapest and arriving at Cugir via Alba Iulia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Budapest to Cugir?

The distance between Budapest and Cugir is 497 km. The road distance is 487.2 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Cugir without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Cugir without a car is to train which takes 8h 54m and costs $26 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Cugir?

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Budapest to Cugir, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Cugir bus from?

Budapest to Cugir bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., depart from Budapest station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Cugir?

The best way to get from Budapest to Cugir is to train which takes 8h 54m and costs $26 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $85 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Budapest to Cugir bus arrive?

Budapest to Cugir bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., arrive at Alba Iulia station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Cugir?

Cugir is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 5:17 AM in Budapest and 6:17 AM in Cugir.

Can I drive from Budapest to Cugir?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Cugir is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Budapest to Cugir.

Where can I stay near Cugir?

There are 160+ hotels available in Cugir.

Budapest to Cugir - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Budapest to Cugir by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Alba Iuliatrain Ic
8h 54m
$26–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest to Alba Iuliabus
10h 43m
$61–84
Drive 487.2 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Cugircar 487.2 km
4h 37m
$86–123
Bus via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Alba Iuliabus 961
11h 25m
$32–41

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 497.4 km
Duration: 8h 54m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Cugir, Romania?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Keleti to Alba Iulia once daily. Tickets cost $24–28 and the journey takes 7h 4m. Alternatively, SC Latino Expres S.R.L. operates a bus from Budapest to Alba Iulia once a week. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 8h 53m.

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