Bucharest to Kastamonu by bus
Kastamonu lies 711 km (442 mi) south-east of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h including stops, over roughly 867 km (539 mi) of road.
| Bucharest | Kastamonu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Turkey |
| Population | 1.9 million | 125,622 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 786 m (2,579 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
What changes when you arrive in Kastamonu
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.
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Staying in Kastamonu
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Common questions
How far is Kastamonu from Bucharest?
711 km (442 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bucharest; by road roughly 867 km (539 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Kastamonu by bus?
About 13 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Kastamonu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kastamonu?
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.