The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€69
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
Of the 14 buses that leave Budapest for Cluj-Napoca on Mon, Dec 29, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €173.
Distance: 354 km
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€38 Average price | €349 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Cluj-Napoca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Cluj-Napoca buses for today, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h00 | 6:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h20 | 9:50 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h35 | 6:30 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h55 | 9:50 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 4:45 PM Budapest | 4h55 | 9:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6272117 | 4:45 PM Budapest | 4h55 | 9:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h20 | 6:05 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h50 | 6:05 AM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 12h00 | 4:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h45 | 4:10 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h45 | 3:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h15 | 3:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h45 | 3:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
6409004 | 9:00 AM Budapest | 6h00 | 3:00 PM Cluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Buses from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €16 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 354 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Budapest to Cluj-NapocaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Cluj-Napoca with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cluj-Napoca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, which is located around 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany, located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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