How to Travel from
Istanbul to Craiova
by Route or Car
Schedule
Istanbul, Turkey → Craiova, Romania
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Craiova
Composite routes from Istanbul to Craiova
Cheapest
9 h 6 min
Car
789 km.
from $43
Other
8 h 12 min
Plane, Bus
558 km.
from $197.65
15 h 20 min
558 km.
from $108.89
8 h 32 min
Plane, Bus
558 km.
from $178.52
20 h 53 min
Bus, Train
557 km.
from $52.34
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București,
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$82.80
Citylines
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57
Metro Turizm
Bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$40.76
Comanto Trans
Phone:
+4-021-312.03.45
Website:
comantotrans.autogari.ro/curse
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$26.75
Huntur
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$39.49
Train operators
Romanian Railways (CFR)
Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Videle to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$19.11
Train from Ruse to Videle
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$10.83
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Stara Zagora to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.86–$10.83
Train from Ruse to Videle
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.29
Train from Halkali to Byala
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.91
Train from Byala to Videle
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.82
Train from Halkali to Videle
Ave. Duration:
13h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$31.91
Astra Trans Carpatic
Train from Videle to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01
S.C. Softrans S.R.L.
Train from Videle to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.43–$10.06
Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$242.03
Turkish Airlines
Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46
Tarom
Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Craiova?
The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Craiova is to night train and train via Byala which costs $21.74 - $48.91 and takes 14h 56m.
What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Craiova?
The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Craiova is to fly and bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $86.96 - $228.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Craiova?
No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Craiova. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Craiova Benzinaria Petrom via Autogara Militari, Bucharest Piata 21 Decembrie 1989 and Bucharest Otopeni Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.
Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Craiova?
No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Craiova. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Craiova via Halkali, Byala and Videle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 56m.
How far is it from Istanbul to Craiova?
The distance between Istanbul and Craiova is 707 km. The road distance is 866.7 km.
How do I travel from Istanbul to Craiova without a car?
The best way to get from Istanbul to Craiova without a car is to bus and night train and train which takes 14h 4m and costs $32.61 - $53.26 .
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Craiova?
It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Istanbul to Craiova, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Istanbul to Craiova bus from?
Istanbul to Craiova bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.
Where do I catch the Istanbul to Craiova train from?
Istanbul to Craiova train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.
Train, bus or fly from Istanbul to Craiova?
The best way to get from Istanbul to Craiova is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 . There are no good options to train or fly between Istanbul to Craiova.
Where does the Istanbul to Craiova bus arrive?
Istanbul to Craiova bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Craiova?
Craiova is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:52 in Istanbul and 11:52 in Craiova.
Where does the Istanbul to Craiova train arrive?
Istanbul to Craiova train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Byala station.
Can I drive from Istanbul to Craiova?
Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Craiova is 867 km. It takes approximately 9h 47m to drive from Istanbul to Craiova.
Where can I stay near Craiova?
There are 448+ hotels available in Craiova. Prices start at $16.78 per night.
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