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

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel is to bus and train which costs SFr 100 - SFr 140 and takes 26h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel is to fly which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 280.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cluj-Napoca to Basel. However, there are services departing from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse via Sebes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Basel. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Basel SBB via Budapest-Keleti and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 24m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Basel?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Basel is 1236 km. The road distance is 1394.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel without a car is to bus and train via Budapest which takes 19h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel, including transfers.

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

Cluj-Napoca to Basel bus services, operated by Dacos, depart from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel is to fly which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 120 and takes 25h 9m, you could also train, which costs SFr 180 - SFr 280 and takes 24h 24m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Basel bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Basel bus services, operated by Dacos, arrive at Sebes station.

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

Basel is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 12:05 PM in Cluj-Napoca and 11:05 AM in Basel.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Basel is 1395 km. It takes approximately 15h 54m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Basel.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca to Basel by plane, bus, train, car, or car train

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 Basel
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Basel (BSL)CLJ - BSL
2h 38m
CHF 50–273
Bus, train via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Huedin
2. Take the bus from Huedin to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich HbRjx
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBIce / ...
19h 34m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Sebes
2. Take the bus from Sebes to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse
25h 9m
CHF 63–118
Drive 1,394.6 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Basel1,394.6 km
15h 54m
CHF 224–324
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CLJ - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
3h 57m
CHF 115–337
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBTgv / ...
24h 24m
CHF 181–275
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Railway Station Square to Strasbourg
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
26h 55m
CHF 103–136
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Villach Hbf ARZ
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Basel
17h 10m
CHF 273–387

Cluj-Napoca to Basel by train

7Weekly Trains

24h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 181Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 1,235.9 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Ulendo Airlink and Lufthansa fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Basel (BSL) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse via Sebes in around 25h 9m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.