Sofia to Craiova by train
Craiova lies 184 km (114 mi) north of Sofia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 39 min at the speeds typical of Bulgaria and Romania rail, over roughly 225 km (140 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sofia | Craiova | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Romania |
| Population | 1.2 million | 234,140 |
| Elevation | 562 m (1,844 ft) | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Stations on record | Sofia-Sever | Plaiu Vulcănești railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Craiova
Crossing from Bulgaria into Romania: money changes from the Lev to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book trains from Sofia to Craiova
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Staying in Craiova
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Common questions
How far is Craiova from Sofia?
184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, north of Sofia; by road roughly 225 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Craiova by train?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sofia and Craiova?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Craiova?
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.