Driving from Timişoara to Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca lies 214 km (133 mi) north-east of Timişoara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 262 km (163 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Timişoara | Cluj-Napoca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Population | 250,849 | 286,598 |
| Elevation | 96 m (315 ft) | 352 m (1,155 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Postal codes | 300001–300789 | 400001–400699 |
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Common questions
How far is Cluj-Napoca from Timişoara?
214 km (133 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Timişoara; by road roughly 262 km (163 mi).
How long does it take to get from Timişoara to Cluj-Napoca by car?
About 3 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Timişoara and Cluj-Napoca?
No, both are on Europe/Bucharest at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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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.