What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj to Budapest is to rideshare which costs 8 853 Ft and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Cluj to Budapest is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs 23 000 Ft - 34 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Cluj to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Cluj-Napoca Piata Mihai Viteazu and arriving at Budapest via Turda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Cluj to Budapest?

The distance between Cluj and Budapest is 442 km. The road distance is 407.9 km.

How do I travel from Cluj to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj to Budapest without a car is to bus via Huedin which takes 6h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cluj to Budapest?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Cluj to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj to Budapest bus from?

Cluj to Budapest bus services, operated by Tur Cento Trans, depart from Cluj-Napoca Piata Mihai Viteazu station.

Train or bus from Cluj to Budapest?

The best way to get from Cluj to Budapest is to bus via Huedin which takes 6h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 18 000 Ft - 21 000 Ft and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Cluj to Budapest bus arrive?

Cluj to Budapest bus services, operated by Tur Cento Trans, arrive at Turda station.

What is the time difference between Cluj and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Cluj. It is currently 10:16 PM in Cluj and 9:16 PM in Budapest.

Can I drive from Cluj to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj to Budapest is 408 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Cluj to Budapest.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7002+ hotels available in Budapest.

Can I share a ride from Cluj to Budapest?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cluj and Budapest. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cluj to Budapest - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Cluj to Budapest by bus, train, rideshare, plane, 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 Huedin
best
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Huedin
2. Take the bus from Huedin to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
6h 22m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest406.5 km
6h 28m
Ft 8,853
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-KeletiIr
9h 53m
Ft 18,481–20,751
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Câmpia Turzii to Tirgu Mures Airport
2. Fly from Tirgu Mures (TGM) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)TGM - BUD
4h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca Piata Mihai Viteazu to Turda
2. Take the bus from Turda to Budapest
8h 35m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca Piata Mihai Viteazu to Turda
2. Take the bus from Turda to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-PályaudvarN963 / ...
10h 38m
Ft 9,476–18,322
Drive 407.9 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest407.9 km
5h 44m
Ft 23,373–33,761

Tirgu Mures (TGM) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

Ft 10,641Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 442.5 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Cluj, Romania and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a vehicle from Cluj-Napoca to Deák Ferenc tér via Cluj-Napoca, Huedin, Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, and Népliget in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keleti once daily. Tickets cost Ft 17,000–19,000 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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