IR-N 1821Second class
Fastest
Direct05:07Târgu Jiu
1h 29min
06:36Petroşani
Trains Târgu Jiu – Petroșani
R 2081Second class
Direct
06:00Târgu Jiu
1h 55min
07:55Petroşani
R 2083Second class
Direct
07:50Târgu Jiu
2h 01min
09:51Petroşani
IR 16025Second class
Direct
15:13Târgu Jiu
1h 35min
16:48Petroşani
R 2085Second class
Cheapest
Direct17:47Târgu Jiu
1h 53min
19:40Petroşani
R 2089Second class
Direct
19:20Târgu Jiu
1h 55min
21:15Petroşani
IR 1835Second class
Direct
22:16Târgu Jiu
1h 35min
23:51Petroşani
Route guide
By train from Târgu Jiu to Petroșani
On the Târgu Jiu–Petroșani route, available data includes direct trains from 1 operator, with different durations and fares. Compare the options and choose a service for your trip.
Reference period: 19 October 2026 – 25 October 2026.
- Typical duration
- 1 h 53 min
- Direct trains / day
- 5–10
- Operators on this route
- 1
How long does the Târgu Jiu–Petroșani journey take by train?
The typical duration by direct train is around 1 h 53 min. The fastest train covers the route in 1 h 29 min, while some trains can take up to 2 h 1 min. Durations include scheduled stops.
Which operators serve the Târgu Jiu–Petroșani route?
The operator listed in the available data for this route:
| Operator | Departures / day | Journey duration |
|---|---|---|
| CFR Călători | 5–10 | 1 h 29 min – 2 h 1 min |
How many direct trains are there, and when are the first and last departures?
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 7 direct trains; Monday: 8 direct trains; Tuesday: 10 direct trains; Sunday: 5 direct trains. The first departure is at 06:00, and the last is at 29:07. Times are local to Romania.
View the timetable for each day
| Day | Direct trains | First departure | Last departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Tuesday | 10 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Wednesday | 7 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Thursday | 7 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Friday | 7 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Saturday | 7 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
| Sunday | 5 | 06:00 | 29:07 |
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How much is a train ticket for Târgu Jiu–Petroșani?
As a guide, a ticket costs between 10 lei and 28.5 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 Târgu Jiu do trains depart from?
- Târgu Jiu
Which stations in Petroșani do they arrive at?
- Petroșani
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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