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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest

Composite routes from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest

Cheapest
5 h 36 min
Car
460 km.
from $25
Fastest
1 h 7 min
Plane
Other
7 h 39 min
Bus, Train
348 km.
from $43.40
7 h 18 min
Train, Plane
348 km.
from $85.78

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$63.69
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$70.06

Eurobusways

Phone:
+36 70 282 1827
Email:
info@eurobusways.com
Website:
eurobusways.com/
Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$82.80–$114.65

President Tour

Phone:
0720 008899
Email:
office@presidenttour.ro
Website:
presidenttour.ro/en/
Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$50.95
Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Hajdúszoboszló
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$32.61
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$43.48

SC Latino Expres S.R.L.

Phone:
0040263701919
Email:
latinoexpres@yahoo.com
Website:
latinoexpres.ro/
Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$61.15–$89.17

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Hajduszoboszlo to Koebanya-Kispest
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.70–$10.33

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
11h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$66.24
Train from Cluj Napoca to Războieni
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.19
Train from Războieni to Vidrasău
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$7.64

Interregional Calatori

Phone:
004-0264-596775
Email:
office@viaterraspedition.ro
Website:
interregional.ro/ro/#/
Train from Cluj Napoca to Războieni
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.68–$2.93
Train from Războieni to Vidrasău
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$2.04

Transferoviar Calatori

Phone:
+40 238 434 380
Email:
sesizari@transferoviarcalatori.ro
Website:
transferoviarcalatori.ro/ro/
Train from Cluj Napoca to Războieni
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.44

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.50

Airlines

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Tirgu Mures to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$29.30–$433.11

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$191.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to rideshare which costs $24.32 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cluj-Napoca and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Budapest-Keleti. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 14m.

Is there a direct flight between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest?

Yes, there are direct flights between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest; these take 1h 25m and cost $53.26 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest is 474 km. The road distance is 457.1 km.

How do I travel from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $39.13 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

The bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar takes 7h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus from?

Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus services, operated by President Tour, depart from Cluj-Napoca station.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to bus which takes 7h and costs $39.13 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $56.52 and takes 11h 14m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $239.13 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus services, operated by President Tour, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

What is the time difference between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 15:45 in Cluj-Napoca and 14:45 in Budapest.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Budapest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is 457 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

Book your Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7020+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $21.13 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cluj-Napoca and Budapest. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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