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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bucharest to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
12 h 33 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bucharest for Istanbul every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 12 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 45 m 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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Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bucharest to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 445 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bucharest to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Istanbul coaches for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 17:00 București | 9h00 | 02:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 17:00 București | 10h00 | 03:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 București, Autogara Militari | 11h10 | 07:10 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 20:10 București | 12h50 | 09:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6481859 | 21:20 București | 11h40 | 09:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 21:20 Bucharest | 11h40 | 09:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 19h45 | 17:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 1 change | |
| Monday 9 February | |||||
| 16:00 Bucharest | 11h00 | 03:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Istanbul
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Buses from Bucharest to Istanbul run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 445 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Bucharest to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Istanbul with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bucharest to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Istanbul by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bucharest and Istanbul
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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