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Compare all timetables for the bus from Istanbul to Bucharest

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Istanbul to Bucharest from various bus operators like Kamil Koc, Lüks Oklar Seyahat or As Toros Turizm for the next days.

today
£9
tomorrow
£9
Saturday
£9
Sunday
£25
Monday
£9
Tuesday
£25
Wednesday
£32

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £9
Lilian Express 11h 40m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:40 Bucharest bus station Rahova  Economy £16
As Toros Turizm 15h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray 00:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £27
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £33
Akgüneş Turizm 17h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray bus station 02:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £9
As Toros Turizm 15h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray 00:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £27
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £33
Akgüneş Turizm 17h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray bus station 02:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £40
Kamil Koc 21h 20m 23:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £52

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £9
As Toros Turizm 15h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray 00:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £27
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £32
Akgüneş Turizm 17h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray bus station 02:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £40
Kamil Koc 19h 0m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £51

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £25
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £32
Kamil Koc 21h 20m 23:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £49
Kamil Koc 19h 0m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £51

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £9
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £32
Akgüneş Turizm 17h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray bus station 02:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £40
Kamil Koc 19h 0m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £49

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Lüks Oklar Seyahat 12h 0m 19:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 07:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £25
As Toros Turizm 15h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Aksaray 00:00 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £27
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £32
Kamil Koc 19h 0m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £49

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 10h 10m 22:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 08:10 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £32
Kamil Koc 19h 0m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £49
Kamil Koc 21h 20m 23:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £49

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Istanbul to Bucharest is £8 on 15/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Istanbul and Bucharest

See here how frequent the connections between Istanbul and Bucharest are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Istanbul and Bucharest.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Bucharest, with 15 offers.

Facts about coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest

Compare all providers like Kamil Koc, Lüks Oklar Seyahat and As Toros Turizm that travel 5 times every day by bus from Istanbul to Bucharest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 10h 10m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Latest Coach 23:00
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 447.0 km
Coach Companies Kamil Koc, Lüks Oklar Seyahat, As Toros Turizm, Akgüneş Turizm and Lilian Express

Cheapest coach connections from Istanbul to Bucharest

Every day, 5 buses from 5 coach companies leave Istanbul for Bucharest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£9
Friday 19/06
£8
Saturday 20/06
£9
Sunday 21/06
£8
Monday 22/06
£8
Tuesday 23/06
£8
Wednesday 24/06
£19
Thursday 25/06
£8
Friday 26/06
£8
Saturday 27/06
£8
Sunday 28/06
£8
Monday 29/06
£8
Tuesday 30/06
£15
Wednesday 01/07
£8
Thursday 02/07
£8
Friday 03/07
£8
Saturday 04/07
£8
Sunday 05/07
£8
Monday 06/07
£8
Tuesday 07/07
£16
Wednesday 08/07
£19
Thursday 09/07
£19
Friday 10/07
£8
Saturday 11/07
£8
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Bucharest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Istanbul to Bucharest. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Bucharest, with £9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Bucharest

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Istanbul to Bucharest in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Istanbul to Bucharest, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Istanbul to Bucharest

These are the most booked bus companies between Istanbul to Bucharest from our users.

Lilian Express from Istanbul to Bucharest

Lilian Express

Here you will find the key facts about the Lilian Express bus route Istanbul to Bucharest:

Cheapest Price £16
Fastest Coach 11h 40m
Earliest Coach 19:00
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 16/06/2026

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Istanbul - Bucharest

As Toros Turizm
Mina, 13/05/2026
Pentru că ia multe bagaje ne-au ținut în vamă ore întregi și dupaia au plecat să lase din bagaje nu știu unde și pasagerii au așteptat în vamă . Deci firma se gândesc la ei nu la pasagerii . Es ... Pentru că ia multe bagaje ne-au ținut în vamă ore întregi și dupaia au plecat să lase din bagaje nu știu unde și pasagerii au așteptat în vamă . Deci firma se gândesc la ei nu la pasagerii . Este o firmă neserioasă:(
Lilian Express
Figen, 31/01/2025
İstanbul'dan Bükreş'e hem gidişi hem de dönüşü Lilian ekspres ile yaptık.Çok memnun kaldık.Özellikle Bükreş' e giderken muavinimiz Mustafa Bey bütün yolculara çok çok yardım etti. İşine saygısı olan ... İstanbul'dan Bükreş'e hem gidişi hem de dönüşü Lilian ekspres ile yaptık.Çok memnun kaldık.Özellikle Bükreş' e giderken muavinimiz Mustafa Bey bütün yolculara çok çok yardım etti. İşine saygısı olan ve severek yapan bir kişi izlenimini oluşturdu. Sınırlardan geçerken her soruna canla yardım etti, kendi sorunuymuş gibi ilgilendi.Sakinliği, anlayışı, hızlı oluşu, işbitiriciliği harika, kendimizi güvende hissetmemizi sağladı.Buradan kendisine çok teşekkür ederiz.Lilian ekspresi memnun kaldığımız iki yolculuktan dolayı tavsiye ederim.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Bucharest

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Istanbul and Bucharest.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Bucharest

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Istanbul to Bucharest? Or which bus companies serve the route Istanbul to Bucharest? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Istanbul to Bucharest bus

How much does a Istanbul - Bucharest coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Istanbul - Bucharest bus trip is available from £8 and takes 12h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Istanbul to Bucharest?

The connection Istanbul to Bucharest is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £54. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Istanbul - Bucharest route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Istanbul to Bucharest is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bucharest from Istanbul take?

The quickest coach from Istanbul to Bucharest is provided by Kamil Koc and takes 10h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Bucharest?

The earliest bus to Bucharest departs from Istanbul at 09:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Istanbul to Bucharest?

The latest bus to Bucharest departs from Istanbul at 23:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Istanbul - Bucharest route?

Passengers looking to travel from Istanbul to Bucharest can travel with Kamil Koc, Lüks Oklar Seyahat and As Toros Turizm. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Bucharest?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul and Bucharest by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Kamil Koc, Lüks Oklar Seyahat and As Toros Turizm.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bucharest from Istanbul?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Istanbul Bucharest bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Istanbul Bucharest bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Istanbul to Bucharest on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Istanbul to Bucharest?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Istanbul and Bucharest. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Istanbul to Bucharest?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Istanbul and Bucharest change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Istanbul to Bucharest

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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