What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Instabul?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Instabul is to bus which costs 4.500 ₺ - 6.500 ₺ and takes 14h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Instabul?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Instabul is to fly and Metro which takes 5h 36m and costs 3.700 ₺ - 12.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Instabul?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Instabul. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Istanbul via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.

How far is it from Athens to Instabul?

The distance between Athens and Instabul is 627 km. The road distance is 1051.3 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Instabul without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Instabul without a car is to bus which takes 14h 16m and costs 4.500 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Instabul?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Athens to Instabul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Instabul bus from?

Athens to Instabul bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Instabul bus arrive?

Athens to Instabul bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Instabul?

Instabul is 1h ahead of Athens. It is currently 2:28 PM in Athens and 3:28 PM in Instabul.

Can I drive from Athens to Instabul?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Instabul is 1051 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Athens to Instabul.

Where can I stay near Instabul?

There are 4254+ hotels available in Instabul.

Athens to Instabul - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, bus, and ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from Athens to Instabul by plane, train, bus, ferry, or car

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Fly to Istanbul Airport, Metro
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Airport (IST)plane ATH - IST
2. Take the train from Kayaşehir Merkez to Kirazlitrain
3. Take the train from Kirazlı to Esenler Otogartrain
5h 36m
₺3,731–11,631
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Istanbulbus
14h 16m
₺4,528–6,507
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mytileneferry Hsw
2. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Port of Ayvalikferry
3. Take the bus from Ayvalik to Istanbul Otogarbus
24h 17m
₺5,787–13,682
Drive 1,051.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Instabulcar 1,051.3 km
11h 47m
₺10,837–15,653
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ATH - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 41m
₺8,634–17,654
Fly to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD)plane ATH - AXD
2. Take the bus from Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus
7h 2m
₺6,005–12,055
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus Arda-Tur
14h 38m
₺6,806–7,592

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Airport (IST) flights

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 627.4 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Instabul, Turkey?

Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Athens to Istanbul once a week. Tickets cost ₺4,400–6,500 and the journey takes 14h.

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There are 7 ways to get from Athens to Instabul by plane, train, bus, ferry, or car

Fly to Istanbul Airport, Metro

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Ferry, bus

Drive 1,051.3 km

Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro

Fly to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, bus

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