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

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv is to bus and train and night train which costs $35 - $75 and takes 13h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv is to fly and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $95 - $240.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Plovdiv via Bucharest and Dimitrovgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Plovdiv is 694 km. The road distance is 769.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv without a car is to bus and train and night train which takes 13h 37m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv is 770 km. It takes approximately 10h 45m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 738+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv by plane, shuttle, 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.

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CLJ - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Plovdiv
6h 58m
$345–541
Bus, train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Feldioara
2. Take the train from Brașov to Bucharest
3. Take the night train from Bucharest to Dimitrovgrad
4. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdiv492
13h 37m
$36–74
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to București, Autogara Militari
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Plovdiv
15h 28m
$323–433
Drive 769.9 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv769.9 km
10h 45m
$123–178
Fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)CLJ - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
6h 42m
$98–240
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Bucharest
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to Dimitrovgrad
3. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdiv492
15h 24m
$61–83
Train, night train via Videle
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Videle
2. Take the night train from Videle to Stara Zagora
3. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv
18h 32m
$64–78

Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

47Weekly Planes

56 minAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 694.3 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

There is no direct connection from Cluj-Napoca to Plovdiv. However, you can take the taxi to Cluj-Napoca-Airport-CLJ airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP), walk to Bucharest Otopeni Airport, then take the shuttle to Plovdiv. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Plovdiv via Troiță, Terminal Gară, Brașov, Bucharest North, Bucharest, Dimitrovgrad, and Dimitrovgrad in around 13h 37m.

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