Bucharest to Craiova by train
Craiova lies 184 km (114 mi) west of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 38 min at the speeds typical of Romania rail, over roughly 224 km (139 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bucharest | Craiova | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Population | 1.9 million | 234,140 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Stations on record | Titan Sud train station, București Basarab railway station, Bucharest Băneasa | Plaiu Vulcănești railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Craiova from Bucharest?
184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, west of Bucharest; by road roughly 224 km (139 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Craiova by train?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Craiova?
No, both are on Europe/Bucharest at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.