What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest is to night train which costs $21 - $45 and takes 11h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest is to bus and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs $140 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Esenler Otogari and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul Esenler Otogari and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Bucharest via Yenikapi and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

The distance between Istanbul Esenler Otogari and Bucharest is 494 km. The road distance is 624.2 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 10h 10m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest bus from?

Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest train from?

Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest bus arrive?

Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Esenler Otogari and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h behind Istanbul Esenler Otogari. It is currently 2:01 AM in Istanbul Esenler Otogari and 1:01 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest train arrive?

Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest is 624 km. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest?

Book your Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

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Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest - 6 ways to travel via bus, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest by bus, plane, night train, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Istanbul, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
4h 57m
$143–315
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to BucharestBosphor Express
11h 2m
$22–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara MilitariN1998
10h 10m
$45–75
Drive 624.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest624.2 km
7h 54m
$100–144
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SAW - OTP
5h 17m
Bus via Shumen
1. Take the bus from Instabul to Shumen
2. Take the bus from Shumen to Bucharest Horoscop HotelPegasus 28 / ...
14h 46m
$49–64

Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Bucharest by bus

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10h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 494.1 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Istanbul Esenler Otogari, Turkey and Bucharest, Romania?

FlixBus operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara Militari once daily. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 10h 10m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Bucharest twice a week. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 9h 8m.

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