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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet is to night train which costs 950 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 9h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet is to drive which takes 8h 25m and costs 4.300 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Sultanahmet?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Sultanahmet. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Akbıyık via Istanbul Otogar, Sütlüce and Eminönü Mısır Çarşısı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Sultanahmet?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Sultanahmet. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Sirkeci via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Sultanahmet?

The distance between Bucharest and Sultanahmet is 489 km. The road distance is 635.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet without a car is to bus which takes 12h 13m and costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Sultanahmet bus from?

Bucharest to Sultanahmet bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Sultanahmet train from?

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

Where does the Bucharest to Sultanahmet bus arrive?

Bucharest to Sultanahmet bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Sultanahmet?

Sultanahmet is 1h ahead of Bucharest. It is currently 9:43 AM in Bucharest and 10:43 AM in Sultanahmet.

Where does the Bucharest to Sultanahmet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bucharest to Sultanahmet?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Sultanahmet is 635 km. It takes approximately 8h 25m to drive from Bucharest to Sultanahmet.

Where can I stay near Sultanahmet?

There are 4352+ hotels available in Sultanahmet.

Bucharest to Sultanahmet - 6 ways to travel via plane, Metro, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet 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 57m
₺948–1,636
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1998
12h 13m
₺2,164–3,877
Drive 635.3 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Sultanahmetcar 635.3 km
8h 25m
₺4,370–6,313
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 Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
4h 55m
Bus via Curba
1. Take the bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Istanbul Kemal Pasabus
14h 59m
₺2,900–4,000

Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST) flights

41Weekly Planes

1h 38mAverage Duration

₺2,753Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Sultanahmet.

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Distance: 488.6 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺2,000–3,800 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Halkali twice a week. Tickets cost ₺900–1,600 and the journey takes 9h 8m.

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