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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Bucharest
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€47
Fastest journey on Sep 23
10 h
Average journey duration on Sep 23
10 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 23
9
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 9 buses from Istanbul to Bucharest, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
06:30 PM12h10Istanbul6:40 AMBucharest€151One-way0 transfers
74574677:00 PM11h00Istanbul6:00 AMBucharest€151One-way0 transfers
07:00 PM10h00Istanbul5:00 AMBucharest€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM10h10Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)8:10 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari€381One-way0 transfers
07:50 AM11h10Istanbul7:00 PMBucharest€541One-way0 transfers
- 07:00 PM10h00Istanbul5:00 AMBucharest€351One-way0 transfers
08:00 AM10h00Istanbul6:00 PMBucharest€681One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:00 PM10h10Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)8:10 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari€381One-way0 transfers
08:30 AM10h55Istanbul7:25 PMBucharest€641One-way0 transfers- 74574677:00 PM11h00Istanbul6:00 AMBucharest€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 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 €47, while a flight costs an average of €466.
Distance: 445 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €466 Average price | €107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Istanbul to Bucharest:
A bus is €419 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Bucharest costing on average €466.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 34m.
Live departures
Istanbul to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bucharest buses for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 21h20 | 8:20 PM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| 0 | 7:50 AM Istanbul | 11h10 | 7:00 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:00 AM Istanbul | 10h00 | 6:00 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:30 AM Istanbul | 10h55 | 7:25 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 19h00 | 6:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| 0 | 6:30 PM Istanbul | 12h10 | 6:40 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 7:00 PM Istanbul | 10h00 | 5:00 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7457467 | 7:00 PM Istanbul | 11h00 | 6:00 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 10h10 | 8:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Istanbul to Bucharest by bus or flight
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Why should you book Istanbul to Bucharest buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs KLR?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for KLR, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lilian Express, Infobus, Luks Muradoglu or Euroticket to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Bucharest.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lilian Express, Infobus, Luks Muradoglu or Euroticket to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Bucharest.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Istanbul to Bucharest.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Bucharest
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Buses from Istanbul to Bucharest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 445 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 11h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Lilian Express, VIB Marina, Lüks Istanbul Tur, Euroticket, Luks Muradoglu, KLR from Istanbul to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Bucharest with Infobus, FlixBus, Lilian Express, VIB Marina, Lüks Istanbul Tur, Euroticket, Luks Muradoglu, KLR for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Euroticket
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Lilian Express
VIB Marina
Lüks Istanbul Tur
Luks Muradoglu
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Bucharest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, 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.
- KLR
- No refunds are allowed
- changes can be made with a fee if done at least 96 hours before departure.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- KLR
- Each passenger is allowed one checked bag with a maximum weight of 20 kg and one personal bag free of charge.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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.
- KLR
- Additional luggage is subject to extra fees based on weight and size.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Bucharest
Most Istanbul to Bucharest buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to București station pair, with some services arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Bucharest leave from?
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.
Which Bucharest station do buses from Istanbul arrive at?
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.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
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.
Most popular bus connections from Istanbul
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