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Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 8 buses from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 325 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 325 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 325 km |
Average bus duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 5:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest.
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 14:15 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h55 | 22:10 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:35 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h25 | 1:00 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h15 | 6:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 8h31 | 8:30 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 6:10 Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h20 | 13:30 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 9h00 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h45 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 7h00 | 17:00 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest buses use the Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) to București, Autogara Militari station pair. Use this guide to compare Cluj-Napoca and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) is 6 km from Cluj-Napoca city centre. Public transport options include:
Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca). ATMs are available at Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca).
Ticket office support is available at Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca).
Available at Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca): Station is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany is 2 km from Cluj-Napoca city centre. Public transport options include:
Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany.
Ticket office support is available at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany.
Available at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany: Wheelchair access available.
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