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 40m.

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 2h 1m and costs $160 - $340.

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 40m.

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

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Bucharest is 477 km. The road distance is 629 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 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m 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 2h 1m and costs $160 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 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 10:06 PM in Istanbul (State) and 9:06 PM 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 7h 57m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5336+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Istanbul (State) to Bucharest - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Bucharest by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
2h 1m
$161–335
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to BucharestBosphor Express
10h 40m
$22–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara MilitariN1998
11h 23m
$45–70
Drive 629 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bucharest629 km
7h 57m
$101–145
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: 476.7 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Anima Wings, Turkish Airlines, 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 $45–70 and the journey takes 10h 10m.

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