What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) is to night train which costs 900 ₺ - 1.600 ₺ and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at İskenderpaşa via Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Bucharest and Istanbul (State) is 477 km. The road distance is 631 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus which takes 11h 59m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.200 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Istanbul (State) train from?

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bucharest station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.200 ₺ and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Bucharest to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Istanbul (State)?

Istanbul (State) is 1h ahead of Bucharest. It is currently 8:35 PM in Bucharest and 9:35 PM in Istanbul (State).

Where does the Bucharest to Istanbul (State) train arrive?

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Halkali station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Istanbul (State) is 631 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Bucharest to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4494+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) by plane, bus, night train, or car

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 5m
₺6,910–14,354
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
9h 46m
₺924–1,592
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationN1998
11h 59m
₺2,044–3,143
Drive 631 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Istanbul631 km
8h 6m
₺4,265–6,160
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)OTP - SAW
4h 17m
₺7,560–17,154
Bus via Curba
1. Take the bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Istanbul Kemal Pasa
14h 40m
₺2,800–3,900

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

14h 40mAverage Duration

₺2,800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 476.7 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Istanbul (State), 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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