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Zalău, Romania → Bistrita, Romania

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

Composite routes from Zalău to Bistrita

Cheapest
2 h 37 min
Car
144 km.
from $7
Other
5 h 1 min
108 km.
from $55.67

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Tabita Tour

Phone:
+4-0263-21.55.00
Website:
tabitatour.ro/
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
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 Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.10

Fany

Phone:
0741 607 941
Email:
Website:
fany.ro/
Bus from Zalau to Cluj-Napoca,
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Trans Dor

Phone:
0231 519 925
Website:
trans-dor.ro
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$4.71–$5.22

Sami Trans

Phone:
+4-0332-804.020
Website:
sami.autogari.ro/curse
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.86

Apetrans Ltd

Phone:
+4-0231-517.509
Website:
apetrans.ro/
Bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bistriţa
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Zalau Nord to Saratel
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$9.55

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Zalau Nord to Saratel
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$19.11
Train from Zalău Nord to Beclean
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$16.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Zalău to Bistriţa is to train which costs $14.13 - $19.57 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zalău to Bistriţa is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Zalău and Bistriţa?

No, there is no direct bus from Zalău to Bistriţa. However, there are services departing from Zalau and arriving at Bistriţa via Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Zalău and Bistriţa?

No, there is no direct train from Zalău to Bistriţa. However, there are services departing from Zalau Nord and arriving at Bistriţa Nord via Sărăţel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Zalău to Bistriţa?

The distance between Zalău and Bistriţa is 158 km. The road distance is 144.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zalău to Bistriţa without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Zalău to Bistriţa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zalău to Bistriţa bus from?

Zalău to Bistriţa bus services, operated by Fany, depart from Zalau station.

Where do I catch the Zalău to Bistriţa train from?

Zalău to Bistriţa train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Zalau Nord station.

Train or bus from Zalău to Bistriţa?

The best way to get from Zalău to Bistriţa is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $92.39 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Zalău to Bistriţa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zalău to Bistriţa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zalău to Bistriţa?

Yes, the driving distance between Zalău to Bistriţa is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Zalău 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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