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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest 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 Budapest to Cluj-Napoca will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest for Cluj-Napoca every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 42 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 354 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £321 Average Price |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Cluj-Napoca train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Cluj-Napoca trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:10 Budapest | 11h42 | 20:52 Cluj-Napoca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
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Trains from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 09:10. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 11h 42m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 42m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 09:10 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Cluj-Napoca from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Cluj-Napoca train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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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