Driving from Istanbul to Ploieşti
Ploieşti lies 498 km (310 mi) north-west of Istanbul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 36 min without stops, over roughly 608 km (378 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Istanbul | Ploieşti | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Romania |
| Population | 15.7 million | 180,540 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 161 m (528 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Ploieşti
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 car hire from Istanbul to Ploieşti
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Staying in Ploieşti
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Common questions
How far is Ploieşti from Istanbul?
498 km (310 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Istanbul; by road roughly 608 km (378 mi).
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Ploieşti by car?
About 7 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Istanbul and Ploieşti?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ploieşti?
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.