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

The cheapest way to get from Calafat to Ruse is to bus and train via Mezdra which costs $30 - $60 and takes 10h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calafat to Ruse is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Calafat and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Calafat to Ruse station. However, there are services departing from Calafat and arriving at Ruse Central Bus Station via Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Calafat and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Calafat to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Calafat and arriving at Ruse via Craiova and Videle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Calafat to Ruse?

The distance between Calafat and Ruse is 356 km. The road distance is 296.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Calafat to Ruse without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Calafat to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Ruse bus from?

Calafat to Ruse bus services, operated by B&B Ilan Travel, depart from Calafat station.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Ruse train from?

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

Train or bus from Calafat to Ruse?

The best way to get from Calafat to Ruse is to bus which takes 9h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Calafat to Ruse bus arrive?

Calafat to Ruse bus services, operated by B&B Ilan Travel, arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Airport station.

Where does the Calafat to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calafat to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Calafat to Ruse is 297 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Calafat to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 221+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Calafat to Ruse 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Craiovabus
2. Take the train from Craiova to Videletrain
3. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461
8h 34m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Calafat to Craiovatrain
2. Take the train from Craiova to Videletrain
3. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461
10h 3m
$30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Pegasus 37 / ...
9h 1m
Drive 296.9 km
1. Drive from Calafat to Rusecar 296.9 km
4h 45m
$48–69
Bus, train via Mezdra
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Vratsa bus stationbus 1950
2. Take the train from Mezdra to Rusetrain 4610
10h 6m
$31–57

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 355.7 km
Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Calafat, Romania and Ruse, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Calafat to Ruse Central Bus Station via Bucharest Otopeni Airport and Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport in around 9h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calafat to Ruse via Craiova and Videle in around 10h 3m.

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