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 8 667 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 40m and costs 22 000 Ft - 33 000 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 Calea Turzii and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Huedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Cluj to Budapest?

The distance between Cluj and Budapest is 474 km. The road distance is 405.1 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 Deák Ferenc tér 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 Trans Olteanu Tour, depart from Cluj-Napoca Calea Turzii station.

Train or bus from Cluj to Budapest?

The best way to get from Cluj to Budapest is to bus via Deák Ferenc tér which takes 6h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 17 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and takes 10h 54m.

Where does the Cluj to Budapest bus arrive?

Cluj to Budapest bus services, operated by Trans Olteanu Tour, arrive at Huedin station.

What is the time difference between Cluj and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Cluj. It is currently 10:22 AM in Cluj and 9:22 AM in Budapest.

Can I drive from Cluj to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj to Budapest is 405 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Cluj to Budapest.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6515+ 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 6 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 Deák Ferenc tér
best
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca Calea Turzii to Huedinbus
2. Take the bus from Huedin to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
6h 22m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cluj-Napoca to Budapestrideshare 403.7 km
6h 28m
Ft 8,667
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
10h 54m
Ft 17,000–19,000
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Câmpia Turzii to Tirgu Mures Airportbus
2. Fly from Tirgu Mures (TGM) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane TGM - BUD
4h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca Calea Turzii to Huedinbus
2. Take the bus from Huedin to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 961 / ...
8h 31m
Drive 405.1 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Budapestcar 405.1 km
5h 40m
Ft 22,487–32,481

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

4Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

Ft 10,550Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 474.1 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Cluj-Napoca Calea Turzii to Deák Ferenc tér via 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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