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Trains Meri – Craiova

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Logo CFR Călători
R 2082Second class
Direct
10:05Meri
3h 42min
13:47Craiova
Logo CFR Călători
R 2082 → IR 16098Second class
Fastest
1 change
10:05Meri
3h 10min
13:15Craiova
Logo CFR Călători
R 2084Second class
Cheapest
Direct
15:55Meri
3h 28min
19:23Craiova
Logo CFR Călători
R 2088 → IR-N 1822 → IR-N 79Second class
2 changes
21:27Meri
7h 02min
04:29+1Craiova

Route guide

By train from Meri to Craiova

On the Meri–Craiova 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
3 h 32 min
Direct trains / day
2–3
Operators on this route
1
Jean Mihail Palace in Craiova at dusk — Bilo
Your destinationCraiovaPhoto: Alexandra Daniela Ilie · CC BY-SA 3.0 ro · resized and cropped for display

How long does the Meri–Craiova journey take by train?

The typical duration by direct train is around 3 h 32 min. The fastest train covers the route in 3 h 18 min, while some trains can take up to 3 h 54 min. Durations include scheduled stops.

Which operators serve the Meri–Craiova route?

The operator listed in the available data for this route:

Direct trains · frequency and duration by operator
OperatorDepartures / dayJourney duration
CFR Călători2–33 h 18 min – 3 h 54 min

How many direct trains are there, and when are the first and last departures?

There are 3 direct trains per day, except on Sunday, when there are 2 direct trains. Departure times vary by day; see the full weekly timetable. Times are local to Romania.

View the timetable for each day
Timetable for the seven-day reference period
DayDirect trainsFirst departureLast departure
Monday305:0215:55
Tuesday305:0215:55
Wednesday305:0215:55
Thursday305:0215:55
Friday305:0215:55
Saturday305:0215:55
Sunday205:0210:05

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How much is a train ticket for Meri–Craiova?

As a guide, a ticket costs 28 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 Meri do trains depart from?

  • Meri

Which stations in Craiova do they arrive at?

  • Cernele
  • Craiova Triaj Hc
  • Craiova

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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