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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Bucharest
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
5
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 €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Istanbul for Bucharest on Sun, Nov 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
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Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €71.
Distance: 445 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €177 Average price |
11h 27m Average total duration 10h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Istanbul to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bucharest buses for today, Saturday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6208422 | 4:50 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h10 | 4:00 PM București | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6032464 | 5:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h00 | 4:00 PM București | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 5:30 AM Istanbul | 10h10 | 3:40 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 5:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h55 | 5:25 PM București | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 20h00 | 4:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| 6123775 | 4:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h00 | 4:00 AM București | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6230938 | 4:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h00 | 3:00 AM București | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 10h10 | 5:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Bucharest
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Buses from Istanbul to Bucharest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 445 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 10h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus from Istanbul to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Bucharest with Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
When departing from Istanbul, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1), Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı. When arriving in Bucharest, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bucharest, Filaret Bus Station and Bucharest, Șoseaua Alexandriei (Autogara Atlassib).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1), which is located around 20.1 miles (32.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bucharest, Filaret Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Bucharest
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
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