The cheapest and fastest trains from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
8 h 54 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bucharest for Cluj-Napoca every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 325 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 2 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.
6:0910h02Bucharest16:11Cluj-Napoca£271One-way0 changes
12:218h54Bucharest21:15Cluj-Napoca£271One-way0 changes
12:218h54Bucharest21:15Cluj-Napoca£271One-way0 changes
6:0910h02Bucharest16:11Cluj-Napoca£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 325 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca train times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca trains for tomorrow, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:09 Bucharest | 10h02 | 16:11 Cluj-Napoca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:21 Bucharest | 8h54 | 21:15 Cluj-Napoca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca
Trains from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 12:21. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 8h 54m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 54m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 12:21 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cluj-Napoca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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