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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bucharest to Istanbul
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€46
Fastest journey on Sep 05
10 h
Average journey duration on Sep 05
11 h 16 m
Buses on Sep 05
8
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 8 buses from Bucharest to Istanbul, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 11 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 12 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
73270786:30 PM11h30Bucharest6:00 AMIstanbul€141One-way0 transfers
74573987:00 PM11h00Bucharest6:00 AMIstanbul€151One-way0 transfers
07:00 PM10h00Bucharest5:00 AMIstanbul€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM11h10București, Autogara Militari9:10 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€381One-way0 transfers
727475611:20 PM12h40Bucharest12:00 PMIstanbul€481One-way0 transfers
- 07:00 PM10h00Bucharest5:00 AMIstanbul€301One-way0 transfers
- 74573987:00 PM11h00Bucharest6:00 AMIstanbul€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:00 PM11h10București, Autogara Militari9:10 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€381One-way0 transfers
- 73270786:30 PM11h30Bucharest6:00 AMIstanbul€141One-way0 transfers
- 727475611:20 PM12h40Bucharest12:00 PMIstanbul€481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bucharest to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 445 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Istanbul:
A bus is €61 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Istanbul costing on average €90.
Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
Live departures
Bucharest to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Istanbul buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7448872 | 6:30 PM Bucharest | 11h30 | 6:00 AM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7457395 | 7:00 PM Bucharest | 11h00 | 6:00 AM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7468310 | 7:00 PM Bucharest | 10h00 | 5:00 AM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 11h10 | 9:10 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 7468682 | 10:10 PM Bucharest | 13h50 | 12:00 PM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM București, Autogara Militari | 19h45 | 7:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 20h50 | 7:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Lilian Express, VIB Marina or Euroticket to find the best option for your trip from Bucharest to Istanbul.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Istanbul
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Buses from Bucharest to Istanbul run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 445 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Lilian Express, VIB Marina, Euroticket, Lüks Istanbul Tur from Bucharest to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Istanbul with Infobus, FlixBus, Lilian Express, VIB Marina, Euroticket, Lüks Istanbul Tur for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bucharest to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Istanbul by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Euroticket
- The full cost of the ticket is refunded only if the flight was canceled by the carrier itself
- otherwise, the refund amount depends on the time of the cancellation request, with 85% refunded 48 hours before the trip and 15-50% refunded 1 to 12 hours before departure.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Euroticket
- Each passenger can carry one hand luggage up to 5 kg in the passenger area and two pieces of luggage in the trunk of the bus free of charge.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Euroticket
- Additional luggage can be carried for a fixed fee paid at ticket registration on the bus.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Euroticket
- Small pets (under 6kg) in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) travel free on some routes, larger dogs require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled, but pets are not allowed on trains to and from London, between Brussels and Lille, or on Eurostar Sun and Snow routes.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bucharest to Istanbul
Most Bucharest to Istanbul buses use the București, Autogara Militari to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) station pair, with some services arriving at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1). Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
Getting to București from Bucharest city centre
București bus station facilities and services
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at București.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Istanbul station do buses from Bucharest arrive at?
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) from Istanbul city centre
İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) is 32 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) bus station facilities and services
İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple dining options available including fast food and cafes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available at designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available near entrance doors.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Most popular bus connections from Bucharest
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