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 19m.

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 and Câmpulung. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Castelul Bran?

The distance between Istanbul and Castelul Bran is 712 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 15h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m 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 6:14 PM in Istanbul and 5:14 PM 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 3200+ hotels available in Castelul Bran.

Istanbul to Castelul Bran - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Castelul Bran by plane, bus, night train, train, taxi, 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 from Istanbul, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane IST - OTP
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Branbus
8h 51m
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 19m
$42–77
Bus via Kotel
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Târgoviştebus
3. Take the bus from Târgovişte to Campulungbus
4. Take the bus from Câmpulung to Branbus 2Bv
15h 6m
Drive 801.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Castelul Brancar 801.7 km
10h 47m
$128–185
Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 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 12m
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
$61–105
Bus #2
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 25m
Night train, train, bus
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Giurgiu Nordnighttrain
2. Take the train from Giurgiu Nord to Bucuresti Nordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bucharest to Branbus
18h 38m

Istanbul to Castelul Bran by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

16h 45mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 711.6 km
Duration: 8h 51m

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, Târgovişte, Câmpulung, and Bran in around 15h 6m.

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