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Târgu Jiu to Bucharest trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Târgu Jiu and Bucharest takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Târgu Jiu to Bucharest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 31m
Duration
314 km
Distance
$18
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Târgu Jiu to Bucharest train times

Trains run twice daily between Târgu Jiu and Bucharest. The earliest departure is at 2:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Târgu Jiu is at 3:40 PM which arrives into Bucharest at 9:12 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 5h 30m • Direct
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    train train 5h 32m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Târgu Jiu to Bucharest? 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.

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  • Distance: 314 km
  • Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Târgu Jiu, Romania and Bucharest, Romania?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Targu Jiu to Bucuresti Nord 4 times a day. Tickets cost $16–19 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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