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Budapest, Hungary → Bistrita, Romania

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Three ways to Travel from Budapest to Bistrita

Composite routes from Budapest to Bistrita

Cheapest
6 h 56 min
Car
538 km.
from $29
Fastest
1 h 12 min
Plane
Other
6 h 56 min
Rideshare
538 km.
from $7.02

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.86–$70.06

Trans Nicolaescu

Phone:
0745 638 910
Email:
Website:
transnicolaescu.ro/
Bus from Budapest-Kelenföld to Oradea
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.98

Trans Dor

Phone:
0231 519 925
Website:
trans-dor.ro
Bus from Oradea to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.46–$12.74

SC Latino Expres S.R.L.

Phone:
0040263701919
Email:
Website:
latinoexpres.ro/
Bus from Budapest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
13h 2m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$63.69–$89.16

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Saratel
Ave. Duration:
9h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$31.84

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Apahida to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$15.29
Train from Cluj Napoca to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$16.56

Interregional Calatori

Phone:
004-0264-596775
Email:
Website:
interregional.ro/ro/#/
Train from Apahida to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.08–$4.59
Train from Cluj Napoca to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.10

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$191.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa is to bus via Oradea which costs $21.74 - $23.91 and takes 7h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa is to drive which takes 6h 50m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Bistriţa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest and arriving at Bistriţa. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 13h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Bistriţa?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Bistriţa. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Keleti and arriving at Bistriţa Nord via Sărăţel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

How far is it from Budapest to Bistriţa?

The distance between Budapest and Bistriţa is 577 km. The road distance is 504.7 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Bistriţa without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa without a car is to bus via Oradea which takes 7h 24m and costs $21.74 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Bistriţa?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Budapest to Bistriţa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Bistriţa bus from?

Budapest to Bistriţa bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, depart from Budapest-Kelenföld station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Bistriţa train from?

Budapest to Bistriţa train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Keleti station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Bistriţa?

The best way to get from Budapest to Bistriţa is to bus via Oradea which takes 7h 24m and costs $21.74 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $30.43 and takes 10h 46m. There are no good options to bus between Budapest to Bistriţa.

Where does the Budapest to Bistriţa bus arrive?

Budapest to Bistriţa bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, arrive at Oradea station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Bistriţa?

Bistriţa is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 12:58 in Budapest and 13:58 in Bistriţa.

Where does the Budapest to Bistriţa train arrive?

Budapest to Bistriţa train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Saratel station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Bistriţa?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Bistriţa is 505 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Budapest to Bistriţa.

Where can I stay near Bistriţa?

There are 132+ hotels available in Bistriţa. Prices start at $17.10 per night.
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