Bucharest to Istanbul by Bus
Travelling from Bucharest to Istanbul by bus takes about 9h, run by 12Go. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 20m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A Closer Look at the Bus Journey
What follows describes one route in our records. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €14
- Total journey
- 9h
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- 12Go
Omio catalogue, Nov 9 · For the route, not a chosen day
The Journey, Step by Step
- 1Bucharest to Istanbul12Go9h
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Bucharest to Istanbul
Operators on this route: Luks Oklar Seyahat, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay. Published departures from 18:30 to 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luks Oklar Seyahat, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay | 4 | 18:30 | 23:30 |
| FlixBus | · | · | · |
All departures Luks Oklar Seyahat, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay
- 18:30
- 18:50
- 22:00
- 23:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus Facts for This Route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Arrives at
- İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
- Bus operators
- Luks Oklar Seyahat, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay, FlixBus
- Timetable
- First bus at 18:30, last at 23:30, 4 a day with Luks Oklar Seyahat, Lilian Express, Kidik Ulusay.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before You Travel
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other Ways to Travel
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €40Checked Nov 5 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €58Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 23h 10mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€40Checked Nov 51h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€58Our estimate, not a fare we saw23h 10m · directSee Train details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. The first row books at 12Go. The other links here open at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 9h€14Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Bucharest to Istanbul by Bus: Common Questions
How long does Bucharest to Istanbul take by bus?
About 9h, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul?
Omio publishes €14 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Bucharest to Istanbul?
12Go runs this bus.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 20m. The bus wins on price.
Where Else This Route Goes
Route Guides
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