Bucharest to Cluj

Bucharest to Cluj

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Bucharest to Cluj Schedule

Bucharest to Cluj Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeRON 2,822
Romanian Railways 2nd Class 06:11 - 17:04RON 150
Romanian Railways 2nd Class 08:35 - 21:11RON 177
Romanian Railways 2nd Class 10:55 - 23:38RON 223
Romanian Railways 2nd Class 13:20 - 22:09RON 148
Romanian Railways 1st Class 15:27 - 04:15RON 246
Romanian Railways 1st Class 16:30 - 05:40RON 253
Romanian Railways 2 Beds Sleeper 18:44 - 03:36RON 297
Romanian Railways 2 Beds Sleeper 21:01 - 07:34RON 324
Romanian Railways 2nd Class 22:50 - 14:07RON 266

Transportation from Bucharest to Cluj

Facts about the transport from Bucharest to Cluj

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:11 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day39
Distance894 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Romanian Railways, Tarom, Union Ivkoni International

How to get from Bucharest to Cluj

Travelling between Bucharest and Cluj is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 611.95 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 30.53.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 18 hours to travel between Bucharest and Cluj depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bucharest and Cluj. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Train does a much slower job and take about 17h 53m to reach Cluj.

How much does it cost to get from Bucharest to Cluj?

Travelling between Bucharest and Cluj can be as cheap as USD 30.53 if you opt for a Romanian Railways train and as expensive as USD 611.95 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Bucharest and Cluj ?

  • 35 from Bucharest to Cluj starting from 06:11 Bucharest North until 22:50 Bucharest North
  • 4 from Bucharest to Cluj starting from 00:00 Bucharest Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Bucharest Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bucharest to Cluj.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bucharest to Cluj, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 77.95.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bucharest and Cluj

Tarom

Bus

Travelling from Bucharest to Cluj overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bucharest and Cluj

Union Ivkoni International

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bucharest and Cluj

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Bucharest to Cluj?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train