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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bucharest is to night train which costs $21 - $45 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bucharest is to bus and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $140 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul 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 and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul 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 to Bucharest?

The distance between Istanbul and Bucharest is 494 km. The road distance is 629 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul 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 to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Istanbul to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bucharest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bucharest train from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 1:36 PM in Istanbul and 12:36 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Istanbul to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Bucharest is 629 km. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Istanbul to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5313+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Istanbul to Bucharest - 6 ways to travel via bus, plane, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul 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 51m
$143–315
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
10h 10m
$45–75
Drive 629 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bucharest629 km
7h 57m
$101–145
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
4h 55m
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 to Bucharest by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 10mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493.7 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Istanbul, 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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