What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is to night train which costs 900 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 11h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest - Gară Filaret and Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro). However, there are services departing from Autogara Filaret and arriving at Esenler Otogar via Piata Unirii, Bucharest, Halkali and Yenikapi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

The distance between Bucharest - Gară Filaret and Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is 487 km. The road distance is 623.2 km.

Where do I catch the Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) train from?

Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bucharest station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

The best way to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.200 ₺ and takes 12h 33m.

Can I drive from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is 623 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro).

Where can I stay near Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

There are 4540+ hotels available in Otogar (Istanbul Metro).

Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)

Q: How long does it take to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro), including transfers.

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) by plane, bus, night train, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST)OTP - IST
4h 32m
₺7,169–14,666
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
11h 26m
₺947–1,664
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationN1998
12h 33m
₺2,019–3,119
Drive 623.2 km
1. Drive from Bucharest - Gară Filaret to Otogar (Istanbul Metro)623.2 km
7h 58m
₺4,200–6,067
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, train, Metro
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)OTP - SAW
2. Take the train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
3. Take the train from Yenikapi to Esenler Otogar
5h 40m
Bus via Shumen
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to ShumenPegasus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shumen to Instabul
15h 31m
₺2,068–2,700

Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST) flights

43Weekly Planes

1h 38mAverage Duration

₺2,515Cheapest Price

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Distance: 486.9 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Bucharest - Gară Filaret, Romania and Otogar (Istanbul Metro), Turkey?

Anima Wings, Turkish Airlines, and Tarom fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺2,000–3,100 and the journey takes 11h 10m.

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