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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bender is to bus via Constanța which costs $35 - $100 and takes 21h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bender is to fly and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $85 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Bender?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Bender. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Bender via Chişinău. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Bender?

The distance between Istanbul and Bender is 749 km. The road distance is 970 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Bender without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Bender without a car is to bus which takes 18h 50m and costs $91.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Bender?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Istanbul to Bender, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bender bus from?

Istanbul to Bender bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Istanbul to Bender bus arrive?

Istanbul to Bender bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Chişinău Centru station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Bender?

Bender is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 4:54 PM in Istanbul and 3:54 PM in Bender.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Bender?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Bender is 970 km. It takes approximately 15h 5m to drive from Istanbul to Bender.

Where can I stay near Bender?

There are 56+ hotels available in Bender.

Istanbul to Bender - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Bender by plane, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)IST - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chişinău to Bender
4h 29m
$87–197
Bus via Constanța
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Constanța
2. Take the bus from Constanța Autogara Sud Herli-So to Chişinău Sud Vest
3. Take the bus from Chişinău to Bender
21h 7m
$37–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Chişinău Centru
2. Take the bus from Chişinău to Bender
18h 50m
$90
Drive 970 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bender970 km
15h 5m
$136–196

Istanbul (IST) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO) flights

33Weekly Planes

1h 31mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 748.8 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Bender, Moldova?

You can take a bus from Istanbul to Bender via Chişinău in around 18h 50m.

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How to get fromIstanbul to Benderby plane, bus or car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Bender by plane, bus, or car

Fly, bus

Bus via Constanța

Bus

Drive 970 km