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 $27 - $35 and takes 10h 16m.

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 38m 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, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Cugir via Alba Iulia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Cugir?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Cugir. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Keleti and arriving at Alba Iulia via Arad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Budapest to Cugir?

The distance between Budapest and Cugir is 497 km. The road distance is 487.5 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 via Arad which takes 8h 59m and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m 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 FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Cugir train from?

Budapest to Cugir train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Keleti station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Cugir?

The best way to get from Budapest to Cugir is to train via Arad which takes 8h 59m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 10h 7m.

Where does the Budapest to Cugir bus arrive?

Budapest to Cugir bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Alba Iulia station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Cugir?

Cugir is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 11:36 AM in Budapest and 12:36 PM in Cugir.

Where does the Budapest to Cugir train arrive?

Budapest to Cugir train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Arad station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Cugir?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Cugir is 488 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Budapest to Cugir.

Where can I stay near Cugir?

There are 191+ hotels available in Cugir.

Budapest to Cugir - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Cugir by train, bus, or car

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Train via Arad
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Aradtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Arad to Alba Iuliatrain Arad - Teiuş / ...
8h 59m
$35–41
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Alba Iuliatrain Ic
10h 16m
$27–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Alba Iuliabus 961 / ...
10h 7m
$52–78
Drive 487.5 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Cugircar 487.5 km
4h 38m
$86–123
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Szolnoktrain Ir / ...
2. Take the train from Szolnok to Simeriatrain Ic
10h
$82–145
Bus via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest to Alba Iuliabus
10h 33m
$59–80

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Distance: 497.3 km
Duration: 8h 59m

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

You can take a train from Budapest-Keleti to Cugir via Arad, Alba Iulia, and Alba Iulia in around 8h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Alba Iulia 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 8h 27m.

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