What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule is to night train which costs 900 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule is to night train which takes 4h 42m and costs 900 ₺ - 1.700 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Kapıkule?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Kapıkule. However, there are services departing from București Autogara CDI and arriving at Edirne Mustafa Market via Bucurest LUKOIL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Kapıkule?

The distance between Bucharest and Kapıkule is 428 km. The road distance is 387.9 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Kapıkule without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule without a car is to bus which takes 10h 2m and costs 2.900 ₺ - 4.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule?

It takes approximately 10h 2m to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Kapıkule bus from?

Bucharest to Kapıkule bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Bucurest LUKOIL station.

Where does the Bucharest to Kapıkule bus arrive?

Bucharest to Kapıkule bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Edirne Mustafa Market station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Kapıkule?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Kapıkule is 388 km. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Bucharest to Kapıkule.

Where can I stay near Kapıkule?

There are 101+ hotels available in Kapıkule.

Bucharest to Kapıkule - 4 ways to travel via bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Edirne Mustafa Market
10h 2m
₺2,900–4,000
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to KapikuleBosphor Express
4h 42m
₺908–1,675
Drive 387.9 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Kapıkule387.9 km
6h 27m
₺3,475–5,019
Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Veliko TarnovoN983
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tirnovo ROMPETROL to Edirne Mustafa Market
10h 8m
₺3,728–5,135

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Kapıkule.

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Distance: 428.5 km
Duration: 10h 2m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Kapıkule, Turkey?

Luks Istanbul operates a bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Edirne Mustafa Market once daily. Tickets cost ₺2,900–4,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Kapikule twice a week. Tickets cost ₺600–1,325 and the journey takes 4h 31m.

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