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Compare train and coach for Vienna to Cluj-Napoca
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £392.
Distance: 566 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £392 Average Price | £123 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 19m Average total duration 11h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca
Compare the available ways to get from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is a coach with an average price of £47.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca:
A coach is £346 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca costing on average £392.
The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.
Other travel options to Cluj-Napoca take longer:
Coach takes on average 12h 19m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Cluj-Napoca including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £123 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £77. The journey takes 11h 49m versus 8h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Vienna to Cluj-Napoca
How to get to Cluj-Napoca from Vienna by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus
11:35 11h15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 23:50 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) £35 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus
11:35 11h15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 23:50 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) £35 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
LO5006+LO65313:00 3h20 Vienna International Airport 17:20 Cluj Napoca International Airport £317 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
Coach
Flight
- FlixBus
4:30 10h45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 16:15 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) £37 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
19:45 10h25 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 7:10 Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) £41 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus
16:45 12h15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 6:00 Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany £43 1 One-way 1 change
- LO224 · LO653
9:20 7h00 Vienna International Airport 17:20 Cluj Napoca International Airport £218 1 One-way 1 change - LH6329+
LH16689:25 3h25 Vienna International Airport 13:50 Cluj Napoca International Airport £272 1 One-way 1 change - LO226 · LO653
19:25 20h55 Vienna International Airport 17:20 Cluj Napoca International Airport £292 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Cluj-Napoca by train
The most popular day trips by train from Cluj-Napoca are Turda, Alba Iulia, Târgu Mureş, Sibiu and Oradea. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cluj-Napoca on Omio.
Day trip from Cluj-Napoca to Alba Iulia by train
Day trip from Cluj-Napoca to Târgu Mureş by train
Why visit Târgu Mureş for the day?
Târgu Mureş is a Transylvanian city known for its Hungarian heritage and striking Secessionist architecture. Its compact centre, Palace of Culture and old fortress give it a calm, cultured character.
Day trip from Cluj-Napoca to Sibiu by train
Why visit Sibiu for the day?
Sibiu is a historic Transylvanian city known for its pastel squares, Saxon architecture and calm cultural scene. The Old Town's cobbled streets, grand churches and eye-shaped rooftop windows give it a distinctive character.
Day trip from Cluj-Napoca to Oradea by train
Why visit Oradea for the day?
Oradea is known for its graceful Secession buildings, restored central squares and setting on the Crișul Repede. With Austro-Hungarian heritage, café life and landmarks such as the Black Eagle Palace, it feels polished yet relaxed.
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FAQs: Vienna to Cluj-Napoca
Travel to Cluj-Napoca easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca.
There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Cluj-Napoca including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is a coach with an average price of £47.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca:
A coach is £346 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca costing on average £392.
The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.
Other travel options to Cluj-Napoca take longer:
Coach takes on average 12h 19m.
The Vienna to Cluj-Napoca distance is approximately 566 km.
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca is:
- Around 22 flights per day.
- Around 11 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Cluj-Napoca as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca:
- Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Cluj Napoca International Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus, Infobus to go to Cluj-Napoca by coach.
- Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, Animawings, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Edelweiss Air, Croatia Airlines to go to Cluj-Napoca by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca with the following travel companies:
- 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
- 0 direct flights per day with Animawings.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca often also extend their vacation to go to Bucharest, Budapest, Milan, Brussels, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cluj-Napoca and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Vienna to Cluj-Napoca, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
For a well-rounded experience in Cluj-Napoca, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the city's historic sites, vibrant cultural scene, and local cuisine.
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