What is the cheapest way to get from Cahul to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Cahul to Istanbul is to bus via Constanța which costs 1.300 ₺ - 3.700 ₺ and takes 15h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cahul to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Cahul to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 8h 27m and costs 9.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Cahul and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cahul and arriving at Istanbul. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Cahul to Istanbul?

The distance between Cahul and Istanbul is 822 km. The road distance is 800.8 km.

How do I travel from Cahul to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Cahul to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 11h 49m and costs 1.800 ₺ - 3.800 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Cahul to Istanbul?

The bus from Cahul to Istanbul takes 11h 49m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Cahul to Istanbul bus from?

Cahul to Istanbul bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Cahul station.

Where does the Cahul to Istanbul bus arrive?

Cahul to Istanbul bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Cahul and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Cahul. It is currently 7:14 AM in Cahul and 8:14 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Cahul to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Cahul to Istanbul is 801 km. It takes approximately 12h 26m to drive from Cahul to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4432+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Cahul to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cahul to Istanbul by bus, train, night train, car, plane, or shuttle

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 Cahul to Istanbul
11h 49m
₺1,800–3,800
Bus via Constanța
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Constanța Autogara Sud Herli-So
2. Take the bus from Constanța to İstanbul Esenler bus station1998
15h 56m
₺1,347–3,629
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Galaţi to BucharestIC: Galaţi - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
16h 47m
₺1,701–3,635
Drive 800.8 km
1. Drive from Cahul to Istanbul800.8 km
12h 26m
₺4,746–6,856
Bus to Chișinău International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Chişinău Centru
2. Fly from Chișinău International Airport (RMO) to Istanbul (IST)RMO - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
8h 59m
₺5,384–9,760
Bus to Chișinău International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Chişinău Centru
2. Fly from Chișinău International Airport (RMO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)RMO - SAW
8h 27m
₺9,267–14,061
Bus, shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Galaţi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Galaţi to Otopeni Airport
3. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST)OTP - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
11h 13m
₺3,806–10,877
Train, train to Iași International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Roşcani h. to Bârlad
2. Take the train from Bârlad to Iași
3. Fly from Iași International Airport (IAS) to Istanbul (IST)IAS - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
10h 39m
₺4,492–13,585
Bus to Constanţa Mihail Kogălniceanu International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Năvodari
2. Fly from Constanţa Mihail Kogălniceanu International Airport (CND) to Istanbul (IST)CND - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 37m
₺5,204–22,802
Bus, shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Cahul to Galaţi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Galaţi to Otopeni Airport
3. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)OTP - SAW
10h 51m
₺5,289–14,678

Chișinău International Airport (RMO) to Istanbul (IST) flights

41Weekly Planes

2h 11mAverage Duration

₺2,477Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 822.3 km
Duration: 11h 49m

What companies run services between Cahul, Moldova and Istanbul, Turkey?

Chisinau Bus Station operates a bus from Cahul to Istanbul twice a week. Tickets cost ₺1,800–3,800 and the journey takes 11h 49m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Türkiye

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.