What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj to Arad?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj to Arad is to train which costs $29 - $32 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj to Arad?

The fastest way to get from Cluj to Arad is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj and Arad?

No, there is no direct bus from Cluj to Arad. However, there are services departing from P-ța Cipariu Nord and arriving at Arad via Cluj-Napoca and Oradea Gara CFR Oradea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cluj and Arad?

No, there is no direct train from Cluj to Arad. However, there are services departing from P-ța Cipariu Nord and arriving at Arad via Cluj Napoca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Cluj to Arad?

The distance between Cluj and Arad is 339 km. The road distance is 264.5 km.

How do I travel from Cluj to Arad without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj to Arad without a car is to bus via Oradea which takes 6h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cluj to Arad?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Cluj to Arad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj to Arad bus from?

Cluj to Arad bus services, operated by Olteanu Travel, depart from Cluj-Napoca station.

Where do I catch the Cluj to Arad train from?

Cluj to Arad train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Cluj Napoca station.

Train or bus from Cluj to Arad?

The best way to get from Cluj to Arad is to bus via Oradea which takes 6h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $32 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Cluj to Arad bus arrive?

Cluj to Arad bus services, operated by Olteanu Travel, arrive at Oradea station.

Where does the Cluj to Arad train arrive?

Cluj to Arad train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Arad station.

Can I drive from Cluj to Arad?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj to Arad is 265 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Cluj to Arad.

Where can I stay near Arad?

There are 364+ hotels available in Arad.

Cluj to Arad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cluj to Arad by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Oradea
best
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Oradeabus
2. Take the bus from Oradea Gara CFR Oradea to Aradbus
6h 22m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Aradtrain Ir
6h 39m
$29–32
Drive 264.5 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Aradcar 264.5 km
4h 3m
$51–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Aradbus 3917
8h 3m
$35–60

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Distance: 339.3 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Cluj, Romania and Arad, Romania?

You can take a bus from P-ța Cipariu Nord to Arad via Cluj-Napoca, Oradea, and Oradea Gara CFR Oradea in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Cluj Napoca to Arad twice daily. Tickets cost $29–32 and the journey takes 5h 27m.

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