What is the cheapest way to get from Craiova to Ruse?

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Ruse is to train which costs $17 - $21 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Craiova to Ruse?

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Ruse is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord and arriving at Ruse East via București, Autogara Militari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Craiova and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Craiova to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Craiova and arriving at Ruse via Videle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Craiova to Ruse?

The distance between Craiova and Ruse is 236 km. The road distance is 212.1 km.

How do I travel from Craiova to Ruse without a car?

The best way to get from Craiova to Ruse without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $17 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Craiova to Ruse?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Craiova to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Ruse bus from?

Craiova to Ruse bus services, operated by Antares Transport, depart from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord station.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Ruse train from?

Craiova to Ruse train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Craiova station.

Train or bus from Craiova to Ruse?

The best way to get from Craiova to Ruse is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $17 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $28 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Craiova to Ruse bus arrive?

Craiova to Ruse bus services, operated by Antares Transport, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

Where does the Craiova to Ruse train arrive?

Craiova to Ruse train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Craiova to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Ruse is 212 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Craiova to Ruse.

How do I get a bus ticket from Craiova to Ruse?

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Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Craiova to Ruse 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 Videletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461 / ...
5h 46m
$17–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to București, Autogara Militaribus 2B-C
2. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Ruse Eastbus N984 / ...
6h 20m
$13–27
Drive 212.1 km
1. Drive from Craiova to Rusecar 212.1 km
3h 32m
$34–49
Train via Craiova
1. Take the train from Craiova to Videletrain Arad - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
2. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461 / ...
5h 48m
$18–29

Craiova to Ruse by train

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Distance: 236.5 km
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Craiova, Romania and Ruse, Bulgaria?

You can take a train from Craiova to Ruse via Videle in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Ruse East via București, Autogara Militari in around 6h 20m.

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