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

The cheapest way to get from Calafat to Bucharest is to bus which costs $6 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calafat to Bucharest is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Calafat and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calafat and arriving at Bucharest - Gară Filaret. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Calafat and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Calafat to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Calafat and arriving at Bucharest via Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Calafat to Bucharest?

The distance between Calafat and Bucharest is 324 km. The road distance is 318.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Calafat to Bucharest without a car is to bus via București Rahova which takes 6h 50m and costs $16.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Calafat to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Bucharest bus from?

Calafat to Bucharest bus services, operated by DLS Bus, depart from Calafat station.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Bucharest train from?

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

Train or bus from Calafat to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Calafat to Bucharest is to bus via București Rahova which takes 6h 50m and costs $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $40 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Calafat to Bucharest bus arrive?

Calafat to Bucharest bus services, operated by DLS Bus, arrive at București Rahova station.

Where does the Calafat to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calafat to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Calafat to Bucharest is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Calafat to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5323+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Calafat to Bucharest by 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.

Bus via București Rahova
best
1. Take the bus from Calafat to București Rahovabus
6h 50m
$15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Bucharest - Gară Filaretbus
8h 10m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from Calafat to Craiovatrain Calafat - Craiova
2. Take the train from Craiova to Bucharesttrain Arad - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
8h 6m
$24–37
Drive 318.3 km
1. Drive from Calafat to Bucharestcar 318.3 km
3h 34m
$51–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Calafat to Craiovatrain Calafat - Craiova
2. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to București, Autogara Militaribus 3902
8h 24m
$17–26

Calafat to Bucharest by train

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Calafat to Bucharest.

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Distance: 323.6 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

DLS Bus operates a bus from Calafat to București Rahova once daily. Tickets cost $14 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calafat to Bucharest via Craiova in around 8h 6m.

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