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

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba is to fly and train which costs €55 - €290 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba is to fly and train which takes 6h 8m and costs €55 - €290.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Alba. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Alba via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, Venezia Mestre, Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 18m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Alba?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Alba is 1343 km. The road distance is 1449.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba without a car is to bus which takes 20h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba, including transfers.

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

Cluj-Napoca to Alba train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Cluj Napoca station.

Train or bus from Cluj-Napoca to Alba?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba is to bus which takes 20h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €180 - €360 and takes 27h 18m.

What is the time difference between Cluj-Napoca and Alba?

Alba is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 2:34 AM in Cluj-Napoca and 1:34 AM in Alba.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Alba train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Alba train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Alba is 1450 km. It takes approximately 16h 5m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Alba.

Where can I stay near Alba?

There are 1469+ hotels available in Alba.

Cluj-Napoca to Alba - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba by plane, train, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Fly to Turin Caselle Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)plane CLJ - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Aeroporto Di Caselle to Albatrain
7h 1m
€78–250
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane CLJ - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain
6h 8m
€57–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Astibus
20h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Milano Centraletrain Fr
5. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
6. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
27h 18m
€185–354
Drive 1,449.6 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Albacar 1,449.6 km
16h 5m
€226–326
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane CLJ - LIN
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain
7h 51m
€74–286
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane CLJ - MXP
2. Take the train from Novara to Torino Porta Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain
7h 14m
€68–284
Bus via Turin
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Torino - Piazza Tommaso Campanellabus
2. Take the bus from Torino - Piazza Carducci to Alba - Autostazionebus 47
23h 7m

Cluj-Napoca to Alba by train

7Weekly Trains

27h 18mAverage Duration

€185Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cluj-Napoca to Alba.

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Distance: 1,343.5 km
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Cluj-Napoca, Romania and Alba, Piemonte, Italy?

Romfour operates a bus from Cluj-Napoca to Asti once a week, and the journey takes 18h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cluj Napoca to Alba via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, Venezia Mestre, Milano Centrale, and Torino Porta Susa in around 27h 18m.

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