Getting to Vatra Dornei – Transportation Tips for the European Youth Go Championship 2025

Reaching Vatra Dornei is easy, with several options available to make your journey as smooth as possible. Here’s how you can get to this beautiful location:

1. By Train

Vatra Dornei is well-connected by train, offering a scenic and comfortable journey from various major cities in Romania.

Booking Tickets: You can plan your trip and purchase tickets through the official Romanian Railways (CFR Călători) website:

Departure Cities: Direct train services to Vatra Dornei are available from several key cities, including:

  • Bucharest
  • Cluj-Napoca
  • Iași
  • Timișoara
  • Suceava

Recommended Option: For travelers departing from Bucharest, we recommend opting for the sleeping car service. This overnight journey provides a restful experience, allowing you to arrive in Vatra Dornei refreshed and ready for the championseavahip.

Please ensure you check the latest schedules and availability on the CFR Călători website, as train times may vary.

2. By Air
The nearest major airports are:

  • Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) – approximately 4 hours by road
  • Suceava International Airport (SCV) – approximately 2 hours by road

 

Shuttle Bus Service for EYGC 2025 Participants from Cluj-Napoca Airport

For participants traveling to the European Youth Go Championship 2025, we are pleased to share details about a group-tailored shuttle bus service available from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Vatra Dornei. Please note the following:

  • This service is not free of charge and is not provided directly by the event organizers.
  • The shuttle service is designed to accommodate groups ranging from 8 to 30 people, with costs adjusted based on the size of the bus and the number of passengers.
  • Prices will be communicated directly to interested groups and will depend on the group size.

If you are traveling with a group and wish to arrange this service, please contact the organizers in advance for assistance in coordinating with the shuttle provider.

We encourage groups to plan early to ensure availability and a smooth journey to Vatra Dornei!