What is the cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

The cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca is to train and night train and bus which costs $45 - $70 and takes 15h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

The fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca is to shuttle and fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $180 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Bulgaria and Cluj-Napoca?

No, there is no direct bus from Bulgaria station to Cluj-Napoca. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest via Ruse and Sibiu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bulgaria and Cluj-Napoca?

No, there is no direct train from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca. However, there are services departing from Sveta Nedelya and arriving at Cluj Napoca via Sofia Sever, Gorna Oryahovitsa and Bucharest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 31m.

How far is it from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

The distance between Bulgaria and Cluj-Napoca is 410 km. The road distance is 664.2 km.

How do I travel from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca without a car?

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca without a car is to bus via Ruse which takes 15h 20m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca bus from?

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca train from?

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train, bus or fly from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca is to bus via Ruse which takes 15h 20m and costs $45 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $260 and takes 6h 46m, you could also train, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 21h 38m.

Where does the Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca bus arrive?

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Ruse Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca train arrive?

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca is 664 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca.

Where can I stay near Cluj-Napoca?

There are 1358+ hotels available in Cluj-Napoca.

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca by shuttle, plane, bus, train, night 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.

Shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Bucharest Otopeni Airport
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)OTP - CLJ
3h 28m
$184–411
Train, night train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna OryahovitsaRe
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharest
3. Take the train from Bucharest to Feldioara Hm.
4. Take the bus from Feldioara to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
15h 46m
$46–67
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Ruse to Sibiu
3. Take the bus from Sibiu to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
15h 20m
$49–85
Drive 664.2 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Cluj-Napoca664.2 km
9h 26m
$106–153
Fly from Sofia Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)SOF - CLJ
6h 46m
$80–253
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna OryahovitsaRe
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharest
3. Take the train from Bucharest to Cluj Napoca
17h 31m
$60–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Drobeta-Turnu Severin
2. Take the bus from Drobeta-Turnu Severin to Târgu Jiu
3. Take the bus from Târgu Jiu to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
17h 44m
Train
1. Take the train from Sofia to VidinRe
2. Take the train from Vidin to Craiova
3. Take the train from Craiova to Teiuş
4. Take the train from Teiuş to Cluj Napoca
21h 38m
$54–76

Bulgaria to Cluj-Napoca by bus

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15h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 410.5 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Bulgaria and Cluj-Napoca, Romania?

You can take a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest via Ruse and Sibiu in around 15h 20m. Alternatively, Tarom, Turkish Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) twice daily.

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