Day trip from Chernivtsi to Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca lies 244 km (151 mi) south-west of Chernivtsi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 244 km (151 mi) apart, Cluj-Napoca is a realistic day trip from Chernivtsi: about 3 h 58 min each way by road.
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| Chernivtsi | Cluj-Napoca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Romania |
| Population | 264,298 | 286,598 |
| Elevation | 260 m (853 ft) | 352 m (1,155 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Cluj-Napoca
Crossing from Ukraine into Romania: money changes from the Hryvnia to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book tours and tickets in Cluj-Napoca
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Staying in Cluj-Napoca
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Common questions
How far is Cluj-Napoca from Chernivtsi?
244 km (151 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chernivtsi; by road roughly 297 km (185 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chernivtsi to Cluj-Napoca by road?
About 3 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chernivtsi and Cluj-Napoca?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cluj-Napoca?
The Leu (RON).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.