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

The cheapest way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul is to bus via Sofia which costs 6.300 ₺ - 6.600 ₺ and takes 29h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 6h 23m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ferrara and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferrara to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Sofia Serdica Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 20m.

How far is it from Ferrara to Istanbul?

The distance between Ferrara and Istanbul is 1558 km. The road distance is 1784.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 29h 20m and costs 6.300 ₺ - 6.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Ferrara to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Istanbul bus from?

Ferrara to Istanbul bus services, operated by M&M Travel, depart from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione station.

Where does the Ferrara to Istanbul bus arrive?

Ferrara to Istanbul bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ferrara and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Ferrara. It is currently 1:01 PM in Ferrara and 2:01 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Ferrara to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferrara to Istanbul is 1784 km. It takes approximately 16h 36m to drive from Ferrara to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ferrara to Istanbul?

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4377+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Ferrara to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ferrara to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Istanbul
best
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul (IST)plane BLQ - IST
6h 23m
₺5,849–15,801
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BLQ - SAW
6h 31m
₺5,352–70,824
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
29h 20m
₺6,296–6,596
Drive 1,784.1 km
1. Drive from Ferrara to Istanbulcar 1,784.1 km
16h 36m
₺14,940–21,580
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Istanbul (IST)plane VCE - IST
6h 59m
₺6,253–18,578
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VCE - SAW
7h 7m
₺6,256–67,601
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Padovatrain Fr
2. Take the bus from Padova to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
31h 2m
₺6,035–10,031
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
33h 47m
₺5,875–9,141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kennedy to Bologna Autostazionebus 356
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Pristinabus
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Istanbulbus
39h 15m

Ferrara to Istanbul by bus

1Weekly Buses

29h 20mAverage Duration

₺6,296Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ferrara to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,558.4 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Ferrara, Italy and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione to Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Sofia Central Bus Station and Sofia Serdica Bus Station in around 29h 20m.

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