What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest is to night train which costs $21 - $45 and takes 10h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Kemal Pasa and arriving at Bucur Obor via Curba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul (State) and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Bucharest via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Bucharest is 488 km. The road distance is 628.9 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 11h 23m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Bucharest bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Bucharest bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Istanbul Kemal Pasa station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Bucharest train from?

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

Bus or fly from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Bucharest bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Bucharest bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Bucurest LUKOIL station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul (State) and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h behind Istanbul (State). It is currently 4:21 AM in Istanbul (State) and 3:21 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Bucharest is 629 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5361+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Istanbul (State) to Bucharest - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest by plane, bus, 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.

Fly from Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
4h 36m
$148–316
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to BucharestBosphor Express
10h 47m
$22–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara MilitariN1998
11h 23m
$45–85
Drive 628.9 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bucharest628.9 km
8h 2m
$101–145
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Huzurevi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SAW - OTP
4h 16m
Bus via Curba
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Bucurest LUKOIL
13h 20m
$65–95

Istanbul (State) to Bucharest by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

13h 20mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.5 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Bucharest, Romania?

Turkish Airlines, Anima Wings, and Tarom fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara Militari once daily. Tickets cost $45–85 and the journey takes 10h 10m.

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