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How to Travel from

Craiova to Istanbul

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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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

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$50.95

Comanto Trans

Phone:
+4-021-312.03.45
Website:
comantotrans.autogari.ro/curse
Bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$28.02

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.76–$48.41

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Craiova to Videle
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.19

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Craiova to Videle
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$20.38
Train from Videle to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$11.46

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Videle to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2.93–$6.24
Train from Ruse to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$10.19
Train from Videle to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
13h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$32.80

Astra Trans Carpatic

Phone:
0751.525.520
Website:
astratranscarpatic.ro/
Train from Craiova to Videle
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01

S.C. Softrans S.R.L.

Phone:
0351/40.91.53
Website:
softrans.ro/
Train from Craiova to Videle
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.68–$10.32

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Istanbul is to train and night train via Svilengrad which costs $19.57 - $36.96 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $92.39 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Bucharest Otopeni Airport, Piata 21 Decembrie 1989 and București, Autogara Militari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Craiova and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Craiova to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Craiova and arriving at Yenikapi via Videle, Ruse, Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Craiova to Istanbul?

The distance between Craiova and Istanbul is 707 km. The road distance is 867 km.

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

The best way to get from Craiova to Istanbul without a car is to train and night train via Svilengrad which takes 14h and costs $19.57 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Craiova to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Istanbul bus from?

Craiova to Istanbul bus services, operated by Comanto Trans, depart from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom station.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Istanbul train from?

Craiova to Istanbul train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Craiova station.

Where does the Craiova to Istanbul bus arrive?

Craiova to Istanbul bus services, operated by Comanto Trans, arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Airport station.

What is the time difference between Craiova and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Craiova. It is currently 22:14 in Craiova and 23:14 in Istanbul.

Where does the Craiova to Istanbul train arrive?

Craiova to Istanbul train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Craiova to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Istanbul is 867 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Craiova 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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