Cluj-Napoca public transport developments

Cluj-Napoca has implemented several updates to its public transport system. In September 2026, the city announced free public transport for full-time students under the age of 30 enrolled at Babeș-Bolyai University for the 2026-2027 academic year. Students from other institutions, such as Sapientia University and the Protestant Theological Institute, receive a 90% discount, making the subscription cost 5.6 lei. Students from UTCN, USAMV, UMF, UAD, and ANMGD must purchase monthly subscriptions at CTP sales centers and seek subsequent reimbursement from their respective universities.

In October 2026, the city expanded its ticketing infrastructure by installing 20 new street vending machines, bringing the total number of machines to 86. Funded through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, these machines are located in residential, central, and high-traffic areas, such as Borhanciului Street, Calea Baciului, and the Airport Park & Ride. Managed by the Cluj-Napoca Public Transport Company (CTP), the equipment uses photovoltaic panels for green energy and supports contactless payments via bank cards or mobile phones for electronic tickets and subscriptions.

Additionally, Mayor Emil Boc is promoting the ‘Sports Festival’ initiative through the ‘Biletul de sănătate’ (Health Ticket) project. This program rewards physical activity with a 7-day public transport pass. For example, residents can earn a ticket by performing 20 squats at the Memorandumului Sud station or cycling 400 meters at the Central station. The initiative aims to encourage active lifestyles and reduce urban congestion; since 2020, the program has issued over 250,000 health tickets, with more than 47,000 distributed in 2025 alone.