What is the cheapest way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia is to bus which costs $9 - $22 and takes 7h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Alba Iulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Alba Iulia. However, there are services departing from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord and arriving at Alba Iulia via Călimăneşti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Craiova and Alba Iulia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Craiova and arriving at Alba Iulia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

The distance between Craiova and Alba Iulia is 283 km. The road distance is 295 km.

How do I travel from Craiova to Alba Iulia without a car?

The best way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $27 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

The train from Craiova to Alba Iulia takes 6h 29m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Alba Iulia bus from?

Craiova to Alba Iulia bus services, operated by Balint Trans, depart from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord station.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Alba Iulia train from?

Craiova to Alba Iulia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Craiova station.

Train or bus from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

The best way to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $27 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $22 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Craiova to Alba Iulia bus arrive?

Craiova to Alba Iulia bus services, operated by Balint Trans, arrive at Călimăneşti station.

Where does the Craiova to Alba Iulia train arrive?

Craiova to Alba Iulia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Alba Iulia station.

Can I drive from Craiova to Alba Iulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Alba Iulia is 295 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Craiova to Alba Iulia.

Where can I stay near Alba Iulia?

There are 310+ hotels available in Alba Iulia.

Craiova to Alba Iulia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Craiova to Alba Iulia by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Craiova to Alba IuliaIR: Bucureşti Nord Gr.A - Teiuş
6h 29m
$27–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Călimăneşti
2. Take the bus from Călimăneşti to Alba Iulia
7h 13m
$9–22
Drive 295 km
1. Drive from Craiova to Alba Iulia295 km
4h 32m
$47–68
Bus via Horezu
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Horezu
2. Take the bus from Horezu to Alba IuliaCj1
9h 24m

Craiova to Alba Iulia by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 29mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.4 km
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Craiova, Romania and Alba Iulia, Romania?

Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Craiova to Alba Iulia once daily. Tickets cost $27–30 and the journey takes 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Alba Iulia via Călimăneşti in around 7h 13m.

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