How to get from Istanbul to Sibiu
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Sibiu. The most useful door-to-door route takes 24h 25m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 655 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
655 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €100Checked Sep 7 | 17h 05m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Train | €145Reading date not recorded | 29h2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €94Checked Sep 6 | 24h 25m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€100Checked Sep 717h 05m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Train€145Reading date not recorded29h · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€94Checked Sep 624h 25m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Sibiu: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·7h 55m - 2Sofia → Bucharest Airport Henri Coandabus
FlixBus·6h 35m - 3Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda → SibiubusFlixBus·4h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Sibiu
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€177November 2026
€251Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurIstanbul-SofiaBook →FlixBusSofia-Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda, Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda-Sibiu, Budapest Népliget-Sibiu, Budapest Népliget-Timișoara, Timișoara-SibiuBook →
Wizz AirIstanbul Airport-Budapest Ferenc LisztSee live options and dates →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Istanbul-BucharestBook →City transitBucharest-Bucharest Airport Henri CoandaBook →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Wizz Air, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Sibiu works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Istanbul to Sofia, about 7h 55m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by FlixBus bus on to Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda (6h 35m). Transfer in Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda and continue by FlixBus bus on to Sibiu (4h 25m). In total it's roughly €94 over 24h 25m, 2 transfers.
Istanbul to Sibiu: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Sibiu?
The most useful route takes about 24h 25m by bus, 2 transfers.
How far is Sibiu from Istanbul?
About 655 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Sibiu cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €94. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Sibiu?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Wizz Air, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., City transit.
Can you get from Istanbul to Sibiu without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 24h 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Sibiu?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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