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Two ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest

Composite routes from Istanbul Airport to Bucharest

Cheapest
8 h 7 min
Car
609 km.
from $33

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sunny Beach to București,
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$52.23

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Sunny
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Catalca to Alpullu
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.33

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Alpullu to Byala
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.55–$28.74
Train from Byala to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.31–$5.48
Train from Halkali to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$32.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest is to bus which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $141.30 - $293.48 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Airport Bus and arriving at Bucharest via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

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

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Bucharest is 446 km. The road distance is 610.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs $17.39 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest, including transfers.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $141.30 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 12h 25m.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Sunny Beach Bus Station.

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

Bucharest is 1h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 13:25 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 12:25 in Bucharest.

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest is 611 km. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest?

Book your Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 4843+ hotels available in Bucharest. Prices start at $21.02 per night.
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