Bucharest to Bolu by bus
Bolu lies 609 km (379 mi) south-east of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 11 h 11 min including stops, over roughly 743 km (462 mi) of road.
| Bucharest | Bolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Turkey |
| Population | 1.9 million | 184,682 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 733 m (2,405 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
What changes when you arrive in Bolu
Crossing from Romania into Turkey: money changes from the Leu to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book buses from Bucharest to Bolu
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Staying in Bolu
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Common questions
How far is Bolu from Bucharest?
609 km (379 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bucharest; by road roughly 743 km (462 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Bolu by bus?
About 11 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Bolu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bolu?
The Lira (TRY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.