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

The cheapest way to get from Calafat to Istanbul is to train which costs 1.100 ₺ - 4.700 ₺ and takes 18h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calafat to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 7h 52m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Calafat and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Calafat to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Calafat and arriving at Istanbul Esenler via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Calafat to Istanbul?

The distance between Calafat and Istanbul is 948 km. The road distance is 759.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Calafat to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs 2.700 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 12h 50m to get from Calafat to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Istanbul bus from?

Calafat to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calafat station.

Train or bus from Calafat to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Calafat to Istanbul is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs 2.700 ₺ - 3.400 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.100 ₺ - 4.700 ₺ and takes 18h 47m.

Where does the Calafat to Istanbul bus arrive?

Calafat to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Calafat and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Calafat. It is currently 5:31 PM in Calafat and 6:31 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Calafat to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Calafat to Istanbul is 759 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Calafat to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calafat to Istanbul?

Book your Calafat to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4352+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Calafat to Istanbul - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Calafat to Istanbul by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
12h 50m
₺2,749–3,322
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain 7623 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
18h 47m
₺1,173–4,646
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
18h 24m
₺2,225–5,967
Drive 759.4 km
1. Drive from Calafat to Istanbulcar 759.4 km
8h 29m
₺5,224–7,546
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
10h 50m
₺5,294–11,258
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1999
13h 50m
₺3,252–3,830
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station #2
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
13h 50m
₺2,299–3,922
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
10h 52m
₺5,607–15,279
Train to Craiova Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Calafat to Jiu Hm.train
2. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Istanbul (IST)plane CRA - IST
7h 52m
₺5,755–13,842
Drive, train to Niš Constantine The Great Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Drive from Calafat to Zajecarcar
2. Take the train from Zajecar to Crveni Krsttrain
3. Fly from Niš Constantine The Great Airport (INI) to Istanbul (IST)plane INI - IST
8h 51m
₺6,881–24,250
Drive, bus to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Drive from Calafat to Zaječar, Autobuska Stanica Zaječar/Bulevar Dr Zorana Dindicacar
2. Take the bus from Zaječar, Autobuska Stanica Zaječar/Bulevar Dr Zorana Dindica to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Fly from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul (IST)plane BEG - IST
10h 7m
₺5,855–12,523
Drive, bus, bus to Pristina, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Drive from Calafat to Vratarnicacar
2. Take the bus from Vratarnica to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
3. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Taxi Area Pristina Bus Terminalbus
4. Fly from Pristina (PRN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane PRN - SAW
13h 33m
₺2,950–13,299

Calafat to Istanbul by bus

4Weekly Buses

12h 50mAverage Duration

₺2,749Cheapest Price

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Distance: 948 km
Duration: 12h 50m

What companies run services between Calafat, Romania and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Calafat to Istanbul Esenler via Sofia in around 12h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Calafat to Yenikapi via Vidin, Sofia Sever, Modna K″shcha Agresiya, Tsentralna Gara, Sofia, and Halkali in around 18h 47m.

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