Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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VIB MARINA | Bus | "MARINA TRAVEL", Bulevardul Tudor Vladimirescu, Bucharest | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | CheapestFastest | ||||
LÜKS ISTANBUL TUR | Bus | GoldHouse Concept, Sos. Bucuresti - Urziceni Nr.7A Localitatea, Bucharest | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Militari | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Benzinarie Lukoil Baneasa | Buyuk Istambul Otogari, Esenler Otogar 10, platform 129 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Militari | Esenler Otogarı | No tags |
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Get from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe
The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, 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
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe start from £31. The average price for this route is around £58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The average bus journey time from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 276 miles. The fastest bus can take 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, FlixBus, As Toros Turizm, Lüks Muradoğlu, Gunsel Tov.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
A bus journey from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 1 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lüks Muradoğlu has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bucharest to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 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 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £31To 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 £31 to £68 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 £31, which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually FlixBus, Infobus, Lüks Muradoğlu 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.
