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Seven ways to Travel from Istanbul to Ploieşti

Composite routes from Istanbul to Ploieşti

Cheapest
9 h 14 min
Car
711 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 22 min
Plane
Other
9 h 14 min
Rideshare
711 km.
from $9.27
6 h 15 min
Plane, Bus
498 km.
Select a ticket
11 h 47 min
Bus, Train
497 km.
from $64.03
6 h 36 min
Train, Plane
497 km.
from $10.87
15 h 17 min
Bus, Train
497 km.
from $57.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

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

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$38.22

Omega Group

Phone:
+359 878 155 116
Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/en/transport_company/omega+group+84
Bus from Shumen to Buchurest
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.22–$43.31

Transfer Low Cost

Phone:
+4 0268 455555
Email:
Website:
transfer-lowcost.ro/
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ploieşti
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Bucharest to Ploieşti
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$8.92

Moldovan Railways (CFM)

Phone:
(+373) 22-832-040
Email:
Website:
railway.md/?l=ro
Train from Bucharest to Ploieşti
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.57–$4.97

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesme
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 Halkali to Byala
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$32.80
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

Transferoviar Calatori

Phone:
+40 238 434 380
Email:
Website:
transferoviarcalatori.ro/ro/
Train from Bucharest to Ploieşti
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$2.42–$3.06

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:
$53.50–$254.77

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Ploieşti is to night train and train via Byala which costs $17.39 - $40.22 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Ploieşti is to drive which takes 9h 27m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Ploieşti?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Ploieşti. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ploieşti Sud via Halkali, Byala and Bucharest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Ploieşti?

The distance between Istanbul and Ploieşti is 522 km. The road distance is 707.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Ploieşti without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 47m and costs $54.35 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Istanbul to Ploieşti, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Ploieşti train from?

Istanbul to Ploieşti train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Ploieşti?

Ploieşti is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:25 in Istanbul and 11:25 in Ploieşti.

Where does the Istanbul to Ploieşti train arrive?

Istanbul to Ploieşti train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Byala station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Ploieşti?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Ploieşti is 708 km. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Istanbul to Ploieşti.

Where can I stay near Ploieşti?

There are 150+ hotels available in Ploieşti. Prices start at $24.27 per night.
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