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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca is to train and bus via Frankfurt am Main which costs $45 - $130 and takes 21h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $130 - $420.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln and arriving at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 21h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Cluj Napoca via Frankfurt, Passau Hbf and Budapest-Keleti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 13m.

How far is it from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca?

The distance between Cologne and Cluj-Napoca is 1316 km. The road distance is 1523.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 33m and costs $28 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca, including transfers.

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

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Köln station.

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

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $130 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $430 and takes 24h 13m, you could also bus, which costs $22 - $160 and takes 21h 50m.

Where does the Cologne to Cluj-Napoca bus arrive?

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest station.

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

Cluj-Napoca is 1h ahead of Cologne. It is currently 12:28 AM in Cologne and 1:28 AM in Cluj-Napoca.

Where does the Cologne to Cluj-Napoca train arrive?

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Cluj-Napoca is 1524 km. It takes approximately 15h 51m to drive from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca?

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Where can I stay near Cluj-Napoca?

There are 1382+ hotels available in Cluj-Napoca.

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca by plane, train, bus, 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 from Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)CGN - CLJ
5h 52m
$134–413
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Köln to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
21h 50m
$22–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
2. Take the bus from Aachen to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
14h 33m
$29–243
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt41
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Passau Hbf91 / ...
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Budapest-KeletiRjx
4. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Cluj NapocaIc
24h 13m
$198–428
Drive 1,523.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Cluj-Napoca1,523.9 km
15h 51m
$251–363
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)DUS - CLJ
7h 15m
$154–373
Train to Dortmund Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Holzwickede
2. Fly from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)DTM - CLJ
5h 57m
$89–400
Train to Eindhoven Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Eindhoven
2. Fly from Eindhoven Airport (EIN) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)EIN - CLJ
6h 52m
$125–589
Train, bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt to Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest
21h 9m
$46–122
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cologne to Düsseldorf Hbf
2. Take the car train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Villach Hbf
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Cluj-Napoca
17h 10m
$277–1,460

Cologne to Cluj-Napoca by train

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24h 13mAverage Duration

$198Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,315.6 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Cluj-Napoca, Romania?

Lufthansa, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Cluj Napoca via Frankfurt, Passau Hbf, and Budapest-Keleti in around 24h 13m.

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