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 950 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 8h 17m and costs 4.300 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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 53m.

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

The distance between Bucharest and Istanbul (State) is 489 km. The road distance is 630.8 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 2.100 ₺ - 3.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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.

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 10:47 AM in Bucharest and 11:47 AM 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 17m to drive from Bucharest to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4444+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

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

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Istanbul (State) by plane, train, 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, Metro
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST)plane OTP - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
4h 42m
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
9h 53m
₺968–1,668
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1998
11h 59m
₺2,143–3,425
Drive 630.8 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Istanbulcar 630.8 km
8h 17m
₺4,358–6,295
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane OTP - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Huzurevitrain
4h 17m
Bus via Curba
1. Take the bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Istanbul Kemal Pasabus
14h 40m
₺2,900–4,000

Bucharest to Istanbul (State) by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

14h 40mAverage Duration

₺2,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.6 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺2,100–3,400 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Halkali twice a week. Tickets cost ₺900–1,700 and the journey takes 9h 8m.

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