The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Buses per day
16
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 €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 16 buses that leave Budapest for Cluj-Napoca on Wed, May 13, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.
FlixBus4:25 PM6h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér11:50 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM7h45Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér5:15 PMCluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:55 AM6h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér7:20 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM8h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar5:15 PMCluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 AM8h45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás5:15 PMCluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany€321One-way0 transfers
05:45 PM4h55Budapest11:40 PMCluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord)€1001One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:25 PM6h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér11:50 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:55 AM6h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér7:20 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM6h50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar7:20 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:00 PM6h50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:50 PMCluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca)€321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 €18. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €137.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€35 Average price | €326 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m 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 tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h20 | 9:50 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h55 | 9:50 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h45 | 5:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h15 | 5:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 7h45 | 5:15 PM Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 9h35 | 7:20 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h40 | 10:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 10:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h45 | 10:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h50 | 7:20 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h25 | 7:20 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h50 | 11:50 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h25 | 11:50 PM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:45 PM Budapest | 4h55 | 11:40 PM Cluj-Napoca, Strada Traian Vuia (Aeroport Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h25 | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 6h55 | 7:10 AM Cluj-Napoca, Aeroport (Park & Ride Cluj-Napoca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca
Buses from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 354 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 €18. 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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