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National Museum of Art of Romania
Romania’s premier art museum, housing European masters and major national collections inside the former Royal Palace.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 5 buses from Istanbul to Bucharest, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 13 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 20 h 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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Buses from Istanbul to Bucharest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Istanbul to Bucharest.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Lüks Istanbul Tur | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Luks Muradoglu | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Lilian Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Lotus Travel | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Ulusoy | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bucharest buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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7721166 | 7:50 AM Istanbul | 11h10 | 6:00 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
7668064 | 8:00 AM Istanbul | 11h00 | 6:00 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:30 AM Istanbul | 11h55 | 7:25 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 20h00 | 6:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
7717705 | 6:30 PM Istanbul | 12h30 | 6:00 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
7720651 | 7:00 PM Istanbul | 12h00 | 6:00 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
7722739 | 7:00 PM Istanbul | 11h00 | 5:00 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 10h10 | 7:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Romania’s premier art museum, housing European masters and major national collections inside the former Royal Palace.
An outstanding open-air museum of traditional Romanian village life, with historic houses, churches, and windmills.
A leading natural history museum with fossils, geology, and biodiversity displays, popular with families and science fans.
Bucharest’s atmospheric old center, packed with historic streets, churches, nightlife, and restored merchant buildings.
The city’s grand central boulevard connects major landmarks, museums, and elegant historic architecture.
Bucharest’s largest park offers lakeside walks, bike paths, gardens, and access to major museums and leisure areas.
Grilled skinless sausages made with beef, pork, and garlic. A beloved Romanian street and barbecue staple, especially popular with mustard and bread.
Sour soup with beef tripe, garlic, vinegar, and cream. One of Romania's most iconic comfort dishes, widely eaten in Bucharest.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat and rice, usually slow-cooked and served with sour cream. A festive Romanian classic.
Elegant fine dining restaurant focused on refined Romanian cuisine and local ingredients in a polished setting.
Historic beer hall and restaurant known for Romanian classics, grilled meats, and traditional atmosphere in the Old Town.
Popular modern Romanian bistro serving regional dishes and desserts in a casual, welcoming space.
Budget-friendly for Europe: hotels, meals, and public transit usually cost less than in Western EU capitals, though central areas and upscale venues cost more.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare or add about 5%.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Bucharest by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Istanbul to Bucharest buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to București station pair, with some services arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) is 32 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options available including fast food and cafes.
Free Wi-Fi is available at designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available near entrance doors.
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1).
Available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No:1): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at București.
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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