What is the cheapest way to get from Craiova to Turkey?

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Turkey is to train and night train which costs 1.200 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 13h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Craiova to Turkey?

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Turkey is to bus and fly which takes 7h 21m and costs 3.500 ₺ - 10.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Turkey?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Craiova and arriving at İskenderpaşa via Târgovişte, Kotel and Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Craiova and Turkey?

No, there is no direct train from Craiova to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Craiova and arriving at Yenikapi via Videle and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

How far is it from Craiova to Turkey?

The distance between Craiova and Turkey is 573 km. The road distance is 768.3 km.

How do I travel from Craiova to Turkey without a car?

The best way to get from Craiova to Turkey without a car is to bus via Kotel which takes 13h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Craiova to Turkey?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Craiova to Turkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Turkey bus from?

Craiova to Turkey bus services, operated by MET Turistik, depart from Craiova station.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Turkey train from?

Craiova to Turkey train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Craiova station.

Where does the Craiova to Turkey bus arrive?

Craiova to Turkey bus services, operated by MET Turistik, arrive at Târgovişte station.

What is the time difference between Craiova and Turkey?

Turkey is 1h ahead of Craiova. It is currently 3:44 PM in Craiova and 4:44 PM in Turkey.

Where does the Craiova to Turkey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Craiova to Turkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Turkey is 768 km. It takes approximately 10h 26m to drive from Craiova to Turkey.

Where can I stay near Turkey?

There are 4384+ hotels available in Turkey.

Craiova to Turkey - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Craiova to Turkey 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 Craiova Airport to Istanbul, Metro
best
1. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Istanbul (IST)plane CRA - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
2h 43m
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Craiova to Videletrain Arad - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
2. Take the night train from Videle to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
13h 20m
₺1,272–2,437
Bus via Kotel
1. Take the bus from Craiova to Târgoviştebus
2. Take the bus from Târgovişte to Kotelbus
3. Take the bus from Kotel to Istanbul Otogaribus
13h 51m
Drive 768.3 km
1. Drive from Craiova to Istanbulcar 768.3 km
10h 26m
₺5,322–7,688
Bus to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul (IST)plane OTP - IST
7h 21m
₺3,541–10,009
Bus to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane OTP - SAW
7h 38m
₺5,454–9,530
Bus to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Antalya Airport
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Antalya Airport (AYT)plane OTP - AYT
8h 28m
₺3,963–13,031
Bus
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to București, Autogara Militaribus 3902
2. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1998
16h 31m
₺2,105–3,617

Craiova Airport (CRA) to Istanbul (IST) flights

2Weekly Planes

1h 30mAverage Duration

₺5,013Cheapest Price

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Distance: 572.6 km
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Craiova, Romania and Turkey?

You can take a bus from Craiova to İskenderpaşa via Târgovişte, Târgovişte, Kotel, Istanbul Otogari, and Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi in around 13h 51m.

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