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Bistrita, Romania → Zalău, Romania

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Bistrita to Zalău

Cheapest
2 h 37 min
Car
144 km.
from $7
Other
5 h 18 min
Bus, Train
108 km.
from $12.26
4 h 46 min
108 km.
from $53.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Tabita Tour

Phone:
+4-0263-21.55.00
Website:
tabitatour.ro/
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.73–$89.17

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.10
Bus from Bistriţa to Gherla
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.46

Fany

Phone:
0741 607 941
Email:
Website:
fany.ro/
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Zalau
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01

Sami Trans

Phone:
+4-0332-804.020
Website:
sami.autogari.ro/curse
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.86

Apetrans Ltd

Phone:
+4-0231-517.509
Website:
apetrans.ro/
Bus from Bistriţa to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Saratel to Zalau
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$19.11

Interregional Calatori

Phone:
004-0264-596775
Email:
Website:
interregional.ro/ro/#/
Train from Gherla to Zalău
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.33–$4.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bistriţa to Zalău is to bus and train which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bistriţa to Zalău is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Bistriţa and Zalău?

No, there is no direct bus from Bistriţa to Zalău. However, there are services departing from Bistriţa and arriving at Zalau via Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bistriţa and Zalău?

No, there is no direct train from Bistriţa to Zalău. However, there are services departing from Bistriţa Nord and arriving at Zalau Nord via Saratel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Bistriţa to Zalău?

The distance between Bistriţa and Zalău is 158 km. The road distance is 144.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bistriţa to Zalău without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Bistriţa to Zalău, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bistriţa to Zalău bus from?

Bistriţa to Zalău bus services, operated by Tabita Tour, depart from Bistriţa station.

Where do I catch the Bistriţa to Zalău train from?

Bistriţa to Zalău train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Saratel station.

Train, bus or fly from Bistriţa to Zalău?

The best way to get from Bistriţa to Zalău is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $86.96 and takes 4h 46m. There are no good options to fly between Bistriţa to Zalău.

Where does the Bistriţa to Zalău bus arrive?

Bistriţa to Zalău bus services, operated by Tabita Tour, arrive at Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest station.

Where does the Bistriţa to Zalău train arrive?

Bistriţa to Zalău train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Zalau Nord station.

Can I drive from Bistriţa to Zalău?

Yes, the driving distance between Bistriţa to Zalău is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Bistriţa to Zalău.

Where can I stay near Zalău?

There are 51+ hotels available in Zalău. Prices start at $17.46 per night.
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