Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca by bus
Cluj-Napoca lies 770 km (478 mi) north-west of Istanbul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 3 min including stops, over roughly 939 km (583 mi) of road.
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| Istanbul | Cluj-Napoca | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Romania |
| Population | 15.7 million | 286,598 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 352 m (1,155 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Cluj-Napoca
Crossing from Turkey into Romania: money changes from the Lira to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca
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Staying in Cluj-Napoca
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Common questions
How far is Cluj-Napoca from Istanbul?
770 km (478 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Istanbul; by road roughly 939 km (583 mi).
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca by bus?
About 14 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Istanbul and Cluj-Napoca?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cluj-Napoca?
The Leu (RON).
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.