The average train between Satu Mare and Vatra Dornei takes 17h 25m and the fastest train takes 15h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Satu Mare and Vatra Dornei. The earliest departure is at 9:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Satu Mare is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Vatra Dornei at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Carei and take an average of 17h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei. However, there are services departing from Satu Mare station and arriving at Vatra Dornei station via Dej Calatori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 25m.
Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Carei station.
Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Vatra Dornei Băi hc. station.
The distance between Satu Mare and Vatra Dornei is 194.4 km. The road distance is 364 km.
You can take a train from Satu Mare to Vatra Dornei Băi hc. via Carei, Dej Calatori, and Dej Călători in around 9h 11m.