Bus Istanbul to Craiova: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Istanbul to Craiova

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Istanbul to Craiova from various bus operators like Kamil Koc for the next days.

today

$53

tomorrow

$53

Tuesday

$53

Wednesday

Thursday

$53

Friday

Saturday

$53

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Kamil Koc	16h 0m	10:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	2:00 PM	Craiova	Autogara Pelendava Nord		Economy	$53	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/18/2026 10:00:00 PM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/19/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Kamil Koc	16h 0m	10:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	2:00 PM	Craiova	Autogara Pelendava Nord		Economy	$53	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/19/2026 10:00:00 PM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/20/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Kamil Koc	16h 0m	10:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	2:00 PM	Craiova	Autogara Pelendava Nord		Economy	$53	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/20/2026 10:00:00 PM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/21/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Kamil Koc	16h 0m	10:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	2:00 PM	Craiova	Autogara Pelendava Nord		Economy	$53	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/22/2026 10:00:00 PM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/23/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Craiova via Bucharest, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Lüks Oklar Seyahat
  
  19h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Istanbul
  Esenler Bus Station
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Bucharest
  Filaret
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Lüks Oklar Seyahat goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/23/2026 7:00:00 PM to Filaret, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 10/24/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  Bucharest
  Militari Bus Station
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Craiova
  Autogara Pelendava Nord
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 10/24/2026 11:00:00 AM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/24/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is 3h 0m longer, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Kamil Koc	15h 0m	10:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	12:00 PM	Craiova	Autogara Pelendava Nord		Economy	$53	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/24/2026 10:00:00 PM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/25/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Craiova via Bucharest, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Lüks Oklar Seyahat
  
  19h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Istanbul
  Esenler Bus Station
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Bucharest
  Filaret
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Lüks Oklar Seyahat goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 10/23/2026 7:00:00 PM to Filaret, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 10/24/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  Bucharest
  Militari Bus Station
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Craiova
  Autogara Pelendava Nord
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 10/24/2026 11:00:00 AM to Autogara Pelendava Nord, Craiova (Romania) arriving at 10/24/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is 5h 0m longer, but you will save $19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Istanbul to Craiova is $52 on 11/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Istanbul to Craiova

Compare all providers like Kamil Koc that travel 1 times every day by bus from Istanbul to Craiova in one click! Book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Craiova starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus	$52
Fastest Bus	14h 0m
Earliest Bus	10:00 PM
Latest Bus	10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	348.5 miles
Bus Companies	Kamil Koc

Cheapest bus connections from Istanbul to Craiova

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Istanbul for Craiova: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/18/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/18

$53

Monday 10/19

$53

Tuesday 10/20

$53

Wednesday 10/21

Thursday 10/22

$53

Friday 10/23

Saturday 10/24

$53

Sunday 10/25

Monday 10/26

Tuesday 10/27

Wednesday 10/28

$53

Thursday 10/29

Friday 10/30

$53

Saturday 10/31

$59

Sunday 11/01

Monday 11/02

$53

Tuesday 11/03

Wednesday 11/04

Thursday 11/05

Friday 11/06

$52

Saturday 11/07

Sunday 11/08

$52

Monday 11/09

Tuesday 11/10

Wednesday 11/11

Thursday 11/12

Friday 11/13

Saturday 11/14

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Craiova

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 Craiova 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 Craiova, 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 buses from Istanbul to Craiova are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Craiova

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Istanbul and Craiova.

Alibeyköy Otogarı

Güzeltepe, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Blv 18

Dudullu Bus Station

Kible Sokak 38

Esenler Bus Station

Altıntepsi

Otogar Bus Station

Altıntepsi Mahallesi Bayrampasa-Istanbul

Samandira Bus Station

Tuna Cd 4

Autogara Pelendava Nord

Bulevardul Dacia 136

Sorelo Hotel

Casa Tineretului Bus Stop

Confecții Bus Stop

Bloc 57 Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Istanbul to Craiova? Compare all modes of transports from Istanbul to Craiova.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Craiova

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

FAQs about the Istanbul to Craiova bus

How much does a Istanbul Craiova bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 16h 0m to reach Craiova. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $53. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Craiova.

On average, how many connections are available from Istanbul to Craiova each day?

Every day, the Istanbul to Craiova bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Istanbul to Craiova take?

The fastest bus from Istanbul to Craiova is offered by Kamil Koc and takes 14h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $53. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Craiova?

The earliest bus arriving in Craiova from Istanbul starts at 10:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Istanbul to Craiova?

The latest bus trip departing from Istanbul for Craiova starts at 10:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Istanbul Craiova route?

When traveling by bus from Istanbul to Craiova, passengers can travel with Kamil Koc. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Craiova?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul and Craiova 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.

What can I take with me on the Istanbul to Craiova bus route?

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

What equipment is available for the Istanbul Craiova 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 traveling 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 Craiova on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Istanbul and to Craiova

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Istanbul and to Craiova. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!