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Best price A$ 21.73
Journey duration 18 h 26 min
Connections per day 62
First departure 10:57
Last departure 00:30
Distance 275 km

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How much will I pay for train tickets from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti?

Prices will vary when you travel from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti. On average, though, you'll pay about A$ 34.14 for a train ticket. You can find train tickets for prices as low as A$ 21.73, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

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Trains from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti by train?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Ploieşti is around 276 km. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 18 h 26 min. However, the fastest routes between Cluj-Napoca and Ploieşti take 8 h 19 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.

What time are the first and last departures from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti?

The first daily departure from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti leaves at 10:57, while the last journey of the day sets out at 00:30. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Cluj-Napoca and Ploieşti. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.

Which stations are used when traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti?

Depending on the type of transport, and the provider you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart Cluj-Napoca from the following stations: Cluj Napoca Est and Cluj Napoca. Arriving at Ploieşti, your route will pass through all or some of the following stations: Ploiești Vest, Ploiești Est, Gral. Eremia Grigorescu and Ploiești Sud. Not all transport providers serve every station, so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you. You may need to use another form of transport to get from one station to another or to your final destination when you arrive in Ploieşti.

How many journeys from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti are there every day?

The exact number of journeys from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 62 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including CFR Călători. On particularly busy days, there can be up to 73 departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Cluj-Napoca to Ploieşti varies, but in general, you can expect to find 4 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 58 journeys with one change or more.