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

The cheapest way to get from Cluj to Craiova is to train which costs $36 - $40 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cluj to Craiova is to drive which takes 6h 3m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj and Craiova?

No, there is no direct bus from Cluj to Craiova. However, there are services departing from Cluj-Napoca and arriving at Craiova via Târgu Jiu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cluj and Craiova?

No, there is no direct train from Cluj to Craiova. However, there are services departing from P-ța Cipariu Nord and arriving at Craiova via Cluj Napoca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Cluj to Craiova?

The distance between Cluj and Craiova is 413 km. The road distance is 371.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cluj to Craiova without a car is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Cluj to Craiova, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj to Craiova bus from?

Cluj to Craiova bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, depart from Cluj-Napoca station.

Where do I catch the Cluj to Craiova train from?

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

Train or bus from Cluj to Craiova?

The best way to get from Cluj to Craiova is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $36 - $40 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Cluj to Craiova bus arrive?

Cluj to Craiova bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, arrive at Târgu Jiu station.

Where does the Cluj to Craiova train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cluj to Craiova?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj to Craiova is 372 km. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Cluj to Craiova.

Where can I stay near Craiova?

There are 697+ hotels available in Craiova.

Cluj to Craiova - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cluj to Craiova by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Târgu Jiubus Cj1
2. Take the bus from Târgu Jiu to Craiovabus
7h 50m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Craiovatrain Cluj Napoca - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A
10h 11m
$36–40
Drive 371.6 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Craiovacar 371.6 km
6h 3m
$60–86
Fly from Cluj-Napoca, bus
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane CLJ - OTP
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiovabus
6h 5m
Bus via Sibiu
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Railway Station Square to Sibiubus
2. Take the bus from Sibiu to Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nordbus
9h 42m
Bus to Oradea International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Huedin to Oradeabus
2. Fly from Oradea International Airport (OMR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane OMR - OTP
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiovabus
7h 27m

Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

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Distance: 412.7 km
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Cluj-Napoca to Craiova via Târgu Jiu in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Cluj Napoca to Craiova once daily. Tickets cost $36–40 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

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