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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bamberg is to fly and train which costs €100 - €440 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bamberg is to fly and train which takes 6h 49m and costs €100 - €330.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Bamberg?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Bamberg. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Bamberg via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 13m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Bamberg?

The distance between Istanbul and Bamberg is 1762 km. The road distance is 2063.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Bamberg without a car is to bus and train which takes 26h 50m and costs €120 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Istanbul to Bamberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bamberg train from?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Bamberg?

Bamberg is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 9:52 PM in Istanbul and 8:52 PM in Bamberg.

Where does the Istanbul to Bamberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Bamberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Bamberg is 2064 km. It takes approximately 18h 38m to drive from Istanbul to Bamberg.

Where can I stay near Bamberg?

There are 734+ hotels available in Bamberg.

Istanbul to Bamberg - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Istanbul to Bamberg 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 Nuremberg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane IST - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bambergtrain
6h 49m
€105–323
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Nuremberg Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane SAW - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bambergtrain
7h 10m
€95–423
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
26h 50m
€122–223
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
5. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
36h 13m
€212–412
Drive 2,063.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bambergcar 2,063.8 km
18h 38m
€292–422
Fly Istanbul to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane IST - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Bambergtrain
9h 9m
€157–362
Fly Istanbul to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane IST - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Bambergtrain
9h 8m
€135–395
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane SAW - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Bambergtrain
9h 29m
€105–435
Fly Istanbul to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane IST - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bambergtrain
10h 21m
€152–405
Bus, train via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botevbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
36h 44m
€118–252

Istanbul to Bamberg by bus, foot, and train

2Weekly Services

26h 50mAverage Duration

€122Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Bamberg.

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Distance: 1,761.8 km
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Bamberg, Germany?

There is no direct connection from Istanbul to Bamberg. However, you can take the train to Gayrettepe, take the train to Istanbul Airport, walk to Istanbul (IST) airport, fly to Nuremberg Airport (NUE), walk to Nürnberg Flughafen, take the subway to Nürnberg Hbf, walk to Nürnberg Hbf, then take the train to Bamberg. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul to Bamberg via Munich and München Hbf in around 26h 50m.

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