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

The cheapest way to get from Calafat to Istanbul is to train and night train which costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.100 ₺ and takes 17h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calafat to Istanbul is to drive which takes 8h 28m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 8.000 ₺.

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 Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Calafat and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Calafat to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Calafat and arriving at Yenikapi via Craiova, Videle and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 28m.

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 2.600 ₺ - 3.700 ₺.

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.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Istanbul train from?

Calafat to Istanbul train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Calafat station.

Where does the Calafat to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Calafat to Istanbul train arrive?

Calafat to Istanbul train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Craiova station.

Can I drive from Calafat to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Calafat to Istanbul is 759 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Calafat to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 3030+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Calafat to Istanbul by bus, train, night 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 Central Bus Station to Istanbul Esenlerbus
12h 50m
₺2,642–3,632
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Calafat to Craiovatrain
2. Take the train from Craiova to Videletrain
3. Take the night train from Videle to Halkalinighttrain
17h 28m
₺1,895–3,102
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
18h 17m
₺2,118–6,477
Drive 759.4 km
1. Drive from Calafat to Istanbulcar 759.4 km
8h 28m
₺5,447–7,868
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 FlixBus N1999
13h 50m
₺2,192–4,232
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
13h 50m
₺2,642–3,932
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 19m
₺5,696–12,486
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 22m
₺6,509–12,507
Bus to Craiova Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Calafat to Craiovabus
2. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Istanbul (IST)plane CRA - IST
6h 31m
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 54m
₺5,258–27,116

Calafat to Istanbul by bus

4Weekly Buses

12h 50mAverage Duration

₺2,642Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 948.2 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 and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 12h 50m.

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