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How to Travel from

Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.87–$82.80

Luks Istanbul

Phone:
+90544 210 2535
Website:
luksistanbul.com/
Bus from Bucurest LUKOIL to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
13h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$108.28

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$56.05–$280.25

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Svilengrad to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.24
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Bucharest to Byala
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.10–$9.55
Train from Byala to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.35–$8.92
Train from Byala to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$10.19–$17.83
Train from Bucharest to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$32.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul is to night train and train which costs $13.04 - $22.83 and takes 12h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Piata 21 Decembrie 1989 and București, Autogara Militari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

The distance between Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Istanbul is 470 km. The road distance is 651.8 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul without a car is to night train and train which takes 12h 34m and costs $13.04 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul bus from?

Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via București, Autogara Militari, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 13h 9m. There are no good options to train between Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul.

Where does the Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul bus arrive?

Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP). It is currently 22:06 in Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) and 23:06 in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul is 652 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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