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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cluj-Napoca for Bucharest every day 3 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 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 9 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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8:008h56Cluj-Napoca16:56Bucharest£261One-way0 changes- 8:5513h09Cluj-Napoca22:04Bucharest£261One-way0 changes
- 10:2410h10Cluj-Napoca20:34Bucharest£261One-way0 changes
- 8:008h56Cluj-Napoca16:56Bucharest£261One-way0 changes
- 10:2410h10Cluj-Napoca20:34Bucharest£261One-way0 changes
- 8:5513h09Cluj-Napoca22:04Bucharest£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest 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 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £36.
Distance: 325 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 Cluj-Napoca | 8h56 | 16:56 Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:55 Cluj-Napoca | 13h09 | 22:04 Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:24 Cluj-Napoca | 10h10 | 20:34 Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest
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Trains from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 10:24. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 8h 56m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 10h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 10:24 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Cluj-Napoca and Bucharest 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: Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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