Istanbul to Bucharest by ferry
Travelling from Istanbul to Bucharest by ferry takes about 18h 40m, run by İDO, FlixBus. The fastest option on this route is flight, bus, at 10h 40m.
Recent best price
€95
18h 40m·3 transfers
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1ferryIstanbul → Bursa
İDO - 2busBursa → Gebze
FlixBus - 3busGebze → BayrampaşaFlixBus
- 4busBayrampaşa → BucharestFlixBus
ferry or flight, bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| ferry | €95 | 18h 40m | 3 transfers |
| Recommended | €106 | 10h 40m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Bucharest by ferry: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Bucharest take by ferry?
About 18h 40m, 3 transfers.
How much is a ferry ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest?
The best price in our latest check was €95. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the ferry from Istanbul to Bucharest?
İDO, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the ferry or the flight, bus better?
The flight, bus is faster at 10h 40m. The ferry wins on schedule and comfort.
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