What is the cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Istanbul is to train and bus which costs 3.400 ₺ - 5.500 ₺ and takes 21h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bratislava to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 6h 18m and costs 3.300 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bratislava and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Bratislava to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Bratislava to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Bratislava-Petrzalka and arriving at Yenikapi via Hegyeshalom, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 9m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Istanbul?

The distance between Bratislava and Istanbul is 1386 km. The road distance is 1458.1 km.

How do I travel from Bratislava to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 21h 30m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Bratislava to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Bratislava to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Istanbul bus from?

Bratislava to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Istanbul train from?

Bratislava to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Hegyeshalom station.

Where does the Bratislava to Istanbul bus arrive?

Bratislava to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Belgrade bus station.

What is the time difference between Bratislava and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Bratislava. It is currently 8:04 AM in Bratislava and 10:04 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Bratislava to Istanbul train arrive?

Bratislava to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Istanbul is 1458 km. It takes approximately 14h 47m to drive from Bratislava to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4551+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Bratislava to Istanbul - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Bratislava to Istanbul by bus, plane, train, night train, or car

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

Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airport
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)VIE - SAW
6h 18m
₺3,341–13,828
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-Nyugati
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)BUD - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 1m
₺3,317–11,631
Bus via Belgrade
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Belgrade bus stationN1908
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 30m
₺3,464–6,392
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Hegyeshalom to Bucuresti Nord347
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
29h 9m
₺10,503–15,778
Drive 1,458.1 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Istanbul1,458.1 km
14h 47m
₺10,846–15,667
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airport
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)VIE - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
6h 51m
₺4,658–10,027
Fly Bratislava Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BTS - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesi
5h 48m
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-Nyugati
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BUD - SAW
8h 28m
₺4,500–16,432
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-NyugatiEc
2. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to SzegedIc / ...
3. Take the train from Szeged to SuboticaRe
4. Take the train from Subotica to Novi BeogradIr / ...
5. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 39m
₺3,412–5,121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Shumen
2. Take the bus from Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stop to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 55 / ...
25h 15m
₺4,559–7,348
Train, night train via Videle
1. Take the train from Hegyeshalom to Videle347
2. Take the night train from Videle to HalkaliBosphor Express
31h 58m
₺9,953–14,678

Bratislava to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

21h 30mAverage Duration

₺3,464Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,385.5 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Bratislava, Slovakia and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to İstanbul Esenler via Belgrade bus station and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 21h 30m.

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