Bucharest to Elazığ by bus
Elazığ lies 1,263 km (785 mi) south-east of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 1,541 km (958 mi) of road.
| Bucharest | Elazığ | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Turkey |
| Population | 1.9 million | 443,363 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 1,062 m (3,484 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
What changes when you arrive in Elazığ
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 Elazığ
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Staying in Elazığ
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Elazig. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 74 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Elazığ
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Elazığ from Bucharest?
1,263 km (785 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bucharest; by road roughly 1,541 km (958 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Elazığ by bus?
About 22 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Elazığ?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Elazığ?
The Lira (TRY).
Where can I stay in Elazığ?
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Elazig, bookable on this site.
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.