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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Arles is to bus which costs €90 - €160 and takes 44h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Arles is to fly and train which takes 7h 57m and costs €95 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Arles?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Arles. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Péri via Sofia, Aix - Gare Routiere and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Arles?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Arles. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Arles via Halkali, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Arles?

The distance between Istanbul and Arles is 2050 km. The road distance is 2493.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Arles without a car is to bus and train which takes 38h 54m and costs €120 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Istanbul to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Arles bus from?

Istanbul to Arles bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Arles train from?

Istanbul to Arles train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Arles bus arrive?

Istanbul to Arles bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Arles?

Arles is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 6:23 PM in Istanbul and 4:23 PM in Arles.

Where does the Istanbul to Arles train arrive?

Istanbul to Arles train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Arles is 2494 km. It takes approximately 23h 24m to drive from Istanbul to Arles.

Where can I stay near Arles?

There are 1671+ hotels available in Arles.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul to Arles by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Istanbul to Marseille Provence Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane IST - MRS
2. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arlestrain
7h 57m
€98–256
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofiabus FlixBus N1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Nimes Parking Du Parnassebus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3600 / ...
44h 25m
€94–158
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus
3. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Arlestrain Ter
38h 54m
€127–193
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
3. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midinighttrain Nj
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissytrain Tgv
5. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Arlestrain Tgv
2d 5h
€289–711
Drive 2,493.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Arlescar 2,493.7 km
23h 24m
€377–544
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane SAW - MRS
2. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arlestrain
8h 13m
€96–306
Fly Istanbul to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane IST - LYS
2. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Arlestrain
9h 17m
€106–343
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane SAW - LYS
2. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Arlestrain
9h 32m
€95–360
Fly Istanbul to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane IST - NCE
2. Take the train from Antibes to Marseille St Charlestrain
3. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Arlestrain
11h 42m
€136–258
Bus via Aix-en-Provence
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Aix-en-Provence, Gare SNCFbus
3. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Péribus 701
41h 3m
€145–193
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus
3. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Arlestrain Ter
46h 41m
€117–191

Istanbul to Arles by bus

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44h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,049.8 km
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Arles, France?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Péri via Sofia Serdica Bus Station, Sofia, Aix-en-Provence, Gare SNCF, Aix - Gare Routiere, Salon De Provence - Gare Routiere, and Gare Routière in around 41h 3m.

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