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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Taksim is to bus which costs 3.900 ₺ - 6.000 ₺ and takes 14h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Taksim is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs 3.700 ₺ - 11.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Taksim?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Taksim. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Taksim Tünel via İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 19m.

How far is it from Athens to Taksim?

The distance between Athens and Taksim is 625 km. The road distance is 1061.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Taksim without a car is to bus which takes 14h 19m and costs 3.900 ₺ - 6.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Athens to Taksim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Taksim bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Athens to Taksim?

The best way to get from Athens to Taksim is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs 3.700 ₺ - 11.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 3.900 ₺ - 6.000 ₺ and takes 14h 19m.

Where does the Athens to Taksim bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Athens and Taksim?

Taksim is 1h ahead of Athens. It is currently 6:37 PM in Athens and 7:37 PM in Taksim.

Can I drive from Athens to Taksim?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Taksim is 1061 km. It takes approximately 11h 44m to drive from Athens to Taksim.

Where can I stay near Taksim?

There are 4475+ hotels available in Taksim.

Athens to Taksim - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Taksim by plane, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)ATH - IST
4h 51m
₺3,740–10,440
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Istanbul
14h 19m
₺3,951–5,724
Drive 1,061.2 km
1. Drive from Athens to Taksim1,061.2 km
11h 44m
₺9,445–13,643
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ATH - SAW
2. Take the train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
5h 33m
₺5,953–11,461

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

79Weekly Planes

2h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,851Cheapest Price

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Distance: 625.3 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Sky Express, Aegean Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Athens to Istanbul once a week. Tickets cost ₺3,900–6,000 and the journey takes 14h.

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