R-E 9266Second class
FastestCheapest
Direct12:40Balş
1h 47min
14:27Costeşti Hm.
Trains Balș – Costești
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R-E 2018 → R 9476Second class
1 change
15:40Balş
2h 19min
17:59Costeşti Hm.
R-E 9268Second class
Direct
17:00Balş
2h 01min
19:01Costeşti Hm.
R-E 9270Second class
Direct
19:12Balş
1h 59min
21:11Costeşti Hm.
Route guide
By train from Balș to Costești
On the Balș–Costești route, available data includes direct trains from 1 operator. Compare the options and choose a service for your trip.
Reference period: 19 October 2026 – 25 October 2026.
- Typical duration
- 1 h 59 min
- Direct trains / day
- 3–4
- Operators on this route
- 1
How long does the Balș–Costești journey take by train?
The typical duration by direct train is around 1 h 59 min. The fastest train covers the route in 1 h 43 min, while some trains can take up to 2 h 1 min. Durations include scheduled stops.
Which operators serve the Balș–Costești route?
The operator listed in the available data for this route:
| Operator | Departures / day | Journey duration |
|---|---|---|
| CFR Călători | 3–4 | 1 h 43 min – 2 h 1 min |
How many direct trains are there, and when are the first and last departures?
There are 4 direct trains per day, except on Sunday, when there are 3 direct trains. The first departure is at 07:40, and the last is at 19:12. Times are local to Romania.
View the timetable for each day
| Day | Direct trains | First departure | Last departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Tuesday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Wednesday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Thursday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Friday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Saturday | 4 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
| Sunday | 3 | 07:40 | 19:12 |
Check departures for your travel date using the search above.
How much is a train ticket for Balș–Costești?
As a guide, a ticket costs 17.5 lei, for one adult, second class, one way.
Prices vary by operator, service and departure station. A seat reservation may be included or charged separately. Select your travel date to check the fare; confirm the final price with the operator.
Which stations in Balș do trains depart from?
- Balș
Which stations in Costești do they arrive at?
- Costești Hm
Check the exact station on the selected service card.
How do I choose a service and buy a ticket?
Choose your travel date above, compare the duration, fare and departure station, then open “Route and tickets”. The “Buy a ticket from the operator” link takes you to the operator’s website to complete your purchase.
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