How far is Cluj-Napoca from Budapest by coach?

The distance between Budapest and Cluj-Napoca by coach is approximately 220 miles (355 km).

Is there a way to reach Cluj-Napoca from Budapest without a car?

The best way to go from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Budapest to Cluj-Napoca from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 35m	20:30	Cluj	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
Bus	22:45	Könyves Kálmán	8h 20m	08:05	Cluj	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 45m	17:15	Cluj	Cheapest
MAIN MARCU TRANS	Bus	10:00	Petrol station "Shell", Szigetszentmiklós M0 19	6h	17:00	Strada Traian Vuia, Cluj-Napoca Airport	Fastest
	Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Könyves Kálmán	8h 15m	17:15	Cluj	No tags
	Bus	22:45	Könyves Kálmán	8h 20m	08:05	Cluj	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 45m	17:15	Cluj	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 35m	20:30	Cluj	Fastest
Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
Bus	04:30	Könyves Kálmán	12h 40m	18:10	Cluj	No tags
Bus	05:10	Könyves Kálmán	12h	18:10	Cluj	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:25	Könyves Kálmán	11h 45m	18:10	Cluj	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 35m	20:30	Cluj	Fastest
Bus	08:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 45m	17:15	Cluj	No tags
Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
Bus	05:25	Könyves Kálmán	11h 50m	18:15	Cluj	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 35m	20:30	Cluj	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 45m	17:15	Cluj	No tags
Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
Bus	08:00	Könyves Kálmán	8h 15m	17:15	Cluj	No tags
Bus	11:30	Könyves Kálmán	8h	20:30	Cluj	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 45m	17:15	Cluj	Cheapest
Mirtrans-Express SRL	Bus	06:00	McDonalds, Szigetszentmiklós M0 19-es km	7h 25m	14:25	Cluj	Fastest
	Bus	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 35m	20:30	Cluj	No tags
	Bus	23:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	7h 50m	08:05	Cluj	No tags
	Bus	04:30	Könyves Kálmán	12h 40m	18:10	Cluj	No tags

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Get from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

8h 20mAverage duration

216 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Cluj-Napoca?

Stops in Budapest

A
Budapest Airport
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B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary

Stops in Cluj-Napoca

A
3 Strada Giordano Bruno
3 Strada Giordano Bruno, 400000 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
B
Strada Septimiu Mureșan
Strada Septimiu Mureșan 5, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania
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C
Strada Fabricii de Zahăr 105
Strada Fabricii de Zahăr 105, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania
D
Strada Ion Vidu 7
Strada Ion Vidu 7, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania
E
Strada Căii Ferate
Strada Căii Ferate 2, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania

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Timeliness3.9

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Staff3.9

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca

How far is Cluj-Napoca from Budapest by coach?
The distance between Budapest and Cluj-Napoca by coach is approximately 220 miles (355 km).
Is there a way to reach Cluj-Napoca from Budapest without a car?
The best way to go from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/11

£35

22/11

£25

Today

£48

24/11

£33

25/11

£25

26/11

No data

27/11

£21

28/11

£23

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £93 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Cluj-Napoca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-11-27.