Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Militari | Esenler Otogarı | Cheapest | ||||
VIB MARINA | Bus | Piata Chirigiu | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | Fastest | ||||
LÜKS ISTANBUL TUR | Bus | GoldHouse Concept, Afumati (Bucharest) | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Afumați, Doraly Expo Market | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Militari | Esenler Otogarı | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:28 PM EET.
Get from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe
The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Istanbul Europe?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- A
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - BEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- CGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
- DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, Altıntepsi, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye - F
Esenler Otogar
Altıntepsi, Esenler Otogarı No:25, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe start from $55. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The average bus travel time from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 455 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Istanbul Europe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Infobus, Lüks Muradoğlu, FlixBus, As Toros Turizm, Gunsel Tov.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lüks Muradoğlu, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lüks Muradoğlu has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Lüks Muradoğlu, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lüks Muradoğlu, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $136 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-02-18.
Usually Lüks Muradoğlu, Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
