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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Corfu is to bus and bus and ferry via Istanbul which costs €50 - €85 and takes 18h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Corfu is to bus and fly which takes 7h 7m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Corfu?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Corfu. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Corfu via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Corfu?

The distance between Istanbul and Corfu is 816 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Corfu without a car is to bus and bus and ferry which takes 17h and costs €40 - €85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Corfu bus from?

Istanbul to Corfu bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Corfu bus arrive?

Istanbul to Corfu bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Corfu?

Corfu is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:23 PM in Istanbul and 1:23 PM in Corfu.

Where can I stay near Corfu?

There are 4935+ hotels available in Corfu.

Istanbul to Corfu - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and bus and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Corfu by bus, plane, busferry, car, car ferry, train, or ferry

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
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Corfu International Airport, Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU)IST - CFU
7h 7m
€83–226
Bus, bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus StationArda-Tur
2. Take the busferry from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to CorfuX3
17h
€40–85
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Istanbul to Port of Igoumenitsa
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Igoumenitsa to Port of Corfu
10h 56m
€168–240
Bus to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, fly
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station
2. Fly from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD) to Corfu International Airport, Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU)AXD - CFU
11h 4m
€124–220
Bus, train, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki station
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to LarissaRe / ...
3. Take the busferry from Larissa to CorfuX4
17h 36m
€43–87
Bus, bus and ferry via Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the busferry from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to CorfuX3
18h
€53–83
Bus, Flying Dolphin
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloníki
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Gjirokastër
3. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Sarandë
4. Take the ferry from Sarandë to Port of Corfu
22h 15m
€108–178

Istanbul to Corfu by bus and busferry

14Weekly Services

17hAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 816.4 km
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Corfu, Greece?

There is no direct connection from Istanbul to Corfu. However, you can take the bus to Istanbul Airport Bus, walk to Istanbul (IST) airport, fly to Corfu International Airport, Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU), walk to Corfu Airport, then take the line 15 bus to Corfu. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Corfu via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station in around 17h.

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