How to get from Istanbul to Iași
Istanbul to Iași is 688 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 12h 06m by plane. The trip takes 27h 45m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Istanbul to Iași by price and travel time (route calculated on 5 November 2026).
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Iași. The most useful door-to-door route takes 28h by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 688 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Which way suits you?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus + train | €56For travel on Sun, Nov 8 | 25h 05mFastest1 transfer | See Bus + train details |
| Flight | €96Checked Oct 30 | 27h 50m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €93Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 27h 45m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €29Older observation | 28h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Bus + train€56For travel on Sun, Nov 825h 05m · 1 transferFastestSee Bus + train details
- Flight€96Checked Oct 3027h 50m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€93Our estimate, not a fare we saw27h 45m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€29Older observation28h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Iași: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul → Bucharestbus12Go·13h
- 2Bucharest → Iașibus12Go·9h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Cheapest flight fare by month, Istanbul to Iași
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €100 | |
| December 2026 | €106 | |
| January 2027 | €96 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Bucharest Henri CoandăSee live options and dates →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Istanbul-BucharestBook →On this route you travel with 12Go, CFR Călători, Pegasus Airlines, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Iași works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 5 November 2026. Start with a 12Go bus from Istanbul to Bucharest, about 13h. Transfer in Bucharest and continue by 12Go bus on to Iași (9h). In total it's roughly €29 over 28h, 1 transfer.
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Istanbul to Iași: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Iași?
Routavio's route check on 5 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 28h by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Istanbul to Iași?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Iași from Istanbul?
About 688 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Iași cost?
Routavio's price check on 2 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €29. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Iași?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with 12Go, CFR Călători, Pegasus Airlines, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
Can you get from Istanbul to Iași without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 28h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Iași?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: 12Go, CFR Călători, Pegasus Airlines, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
Route calculated: 5 Nov 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026