What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran is to night train and train and taxi which costs $40 - $80 and takes 13h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran is to drive which takes 10h 47m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Castelul Bran?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Castelul Bran. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Bran via Kotel, Târgovişte, Bulevardul Gării and Braşov. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 46m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

The distance between Istanbul and Castelul Bran is 879 km. The road distance is 801.7 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Castelul Bran without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran without a car is to bus via Kotel which takes 14h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

It takes approximately 14h 46m to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Castelul Bran bus from?

Istanbul to Castelul Bran bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Castelul Bran bus arrive?

Istanbul to Castelul Bran bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Kotel station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Castelul Bran?

Castelul Bran is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:14 PM in Istanbul and 11:14 AM in Castelul Bran.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Castelul Bran is 802 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Istanbul to Castelul Bran.

Where can I stay near Castelul Bran?

There are 3152+ hotels available in Castelul Bran.

Istanbul to Castelul Bran - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran by bus, night train, train, taxi, car, or plane

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

Bus via Kotel
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Târgoviştebus
3. Take the bus from Târgovişte to Brasov, Garabus
14h 46m
Night train, train, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the train from Bucharest to Buşteni Hm.train
3. Take the taxi from Buşteni Hm. to Castelul Brantaxi
13h 26m
$44–79
Drive 801.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Castelul Brancar 801.7 km
10h 47m
$128–185
Fly Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane IST - OTP
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Branbus
8h 56m
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București, Autogara Militaribus N1998
2. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Brașovbus 3908 / ...
16h 45m
$52–82
Bus via Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
1. Take the bus from Instabul to Shumenbus
2. Take the bus from Shumen to Bucharest Henri Coandă Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Branbus
20h 30m
Night train, bus
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the night train from Videle to Bucureşti Băneasa Hm.nighttrain
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Branbus
17h 35m
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane SAW - OTP
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Branbus
9h 16m
Fly Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)plane IST - CLJ
2. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Brașovbus
11h 59m
$122–273

Istanbul to Castelul Bran by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

16h 45mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 878.7 km
Duration: 14h 46m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Castelul Bran, Romania?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Castelul Bran via Kotel, Târgovişte, Brasov, Gara, Bulevardul Gării, Stadionul Tineretului, Braşov, and Bran in around 14h 46m.

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