There are 5 ways to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State) by bus, train, night train, car, or rideshare
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Bus
best- Take the bus from Edrine to Istanbul Otogaribus
4h 30m₺1,049–1,466Rideshare
cheapest- Take the rideshare from Edirne to İstanbul234.5 km
2h 52m₺321Train
- Take the train from Edirne to Halkalıtrain 12504
6h 16m₺391–543Night train
- Take the night train from Edirne to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
5h 1m₺397–621Drive 234.5 km
- Drive from Edirne to Istanbulcar 234.5 km
2h 9m₺1,272–1,838
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State) is to rideshare which costs 321 ₺ and takes 2h 52m.
The fastest way to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.
No, there is no direct train from Edirne to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Edirne and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.
The distance between Edirne and Istanbul (State) is 247 km. The road distance is 234.5 km.
The best way to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.
It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State), including transfers.
Edirne to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Edirne station.
The best way to get from Edirne to Istanbul (State) is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 390 ₺ - 550 ₺ and takes 6h 16m.
Edirne to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.
Yes, the driving distance between Edirne to Istanbul (State) is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Edirne to Istanbul (State).
What companies run services between Edirne, Turkey and Istanbul (State), Turkey?
Metro Turizm operates a bus from Edrine to Istanbul Otogari 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₺750–1,100 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Villa Seyahat also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Edirne to Halkalı once daily. Tickets cost ₺360–500 and the journey takes 5h 38m.
- Phone
- +90 444 8 233
- cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
- Website
- tcdd.gov.tr
Train from Edirne to Halkalı
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 38m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₺360–500
- Website
- https://www.tcdd.gov.tr/lang/en
- Phone
- +359 2 931 11 11
- bdz_passengers@bdz.bg
- Website
- bdz.bg
Night train from Edirne to Halkali
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 23m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- ₺330–550
- Website
- https://www.bdz.bg/en
- 2nd Class
- ₺330–470
- 1st Class
- ₺480–550
- Phone
- 0850 222 34 55
- Website
- metroturizm.com.tr
Bus from Edrine to Istanbul Otogari
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 31m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₺750–1,100
- Website
- https://www.metroturizm.com.tr/en
- Standard
- ₺750–1,100
- Phone
- 444 50 33
- bilgi@villaseyahat.com
- Website
- villaseyahat.com
Bus from Edrine to Istanbul Otogari
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 49m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Schedules at
- villaseyahat.com
- Phone
- +3 318 576 2228
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Edirne to İstanbul
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₺321
- Schedules at
- blablacar.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Which London airport should I choose?, 5 delightfully under-the-radar French towns you need to visit, and 5 incredible day trips from Florence by train - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
There are 4387+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edirne and Istanbul (State). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.