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

The cheapest way to get from Instabul to Greece is to bus and train which costs €40 - €80 and takes 15h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Instabul to Greece is to bus and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €70 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Instabul and Greece?

No, there is no direct bus from Instabul to Greece. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Εφετειο via Komotini and Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 29m.

How far is it from Instabul to Greece?

The distance between Instabul and Greece is 778 km. The road distance is 1051.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Instabul to Greece without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 38m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Instabul to Greece, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Greece bus from?

Instabul to Greece bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Instabul to Greece bus arrive?

Instabul to Greece bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Komotini station.

What is the time difference between Instabul and Greece?

Greece is 1h ahead of Instabul. It is currently 5:39 AM in Instabul and 6:39 AM in Greece.

Can I drive from Instabul to Greece?

Yes, the driving distance between Instabul to Greece is 1051 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Instabul to Greece.

Where can I stay near Greece?

There are 12327+ hotels available in Greece.

Instabul to Greece - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and Metro

There are 9 ways to get from Instabul to Greece by bus, plane, 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 Istanbul, fly to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER)IST - HER
4h 57m
€74–216
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki stationArda-Tur
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
15h 38m
€40–80
Drive 1,051.1 km
1. Drive from Instabul to Athens1,051.1 km
11h 32m
€187–270
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)IST - SKG
5h 38m
€75–186
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Athens International Airport
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)IST - ATH
5h 36m
€52–183
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Rhodes International Airport
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Rhodes International Airport (RHO)IST - RHO
7h 18m
€84–207
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Athens International Airport
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)SAW - ATH
5h 55m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Athens
17h 13m
€80–120
Bus via Komotini
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Komotini
2. Take the bus from Komotini to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL
18h 29m
€90–106

Instabul to Greece by bus and train

7Weekly Services

15h 38mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 778 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Instabul, Turkey and Greece?

Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Istanbul to Athens once a week. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 16h.

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