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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 buses that leave Istanbul for Bucharest every day 5 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 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 30 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 Istanbul to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. 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 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 445 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £163 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 |
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
Istanbul to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bucharest coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6299711 | 05:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h00 | 16:00 București | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 05:30 Istanbul | 10h10 | 15:40 Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 05:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h55 | 17:25 București | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6114455 | 16:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h00 | 04:00 București | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6112564 | 16:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h00 | 03:00 București | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 10h10 | 05:10 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
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 £34 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 10h 0m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 10h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
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 £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Bucharest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and 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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