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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Edirne is to bus and night train which costs 210 ₺ - 330 ₺ and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Edirne is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Edirne?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Edirne. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Edirne via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Edirne?

The distance between Istanbul and Edirne is 236 km. The road distance is 235.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Edirne without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 2.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Istanbul to Edirne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Edirne train from?

Istanbul to Edirne train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Istanbul to Edirne?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Edirne is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 2.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 380 ₺ - 550 ₺ and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Istanbul to Edirne train arrive?

Istanbul to Edirne train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Edirne station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Edirne?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Edirne is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Istanbul to Edirne.

Where can I stay near Edirne?

There are 118+ hotels available in Edirne.

Istanbul to Edirne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Edirne by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Lüleburgaz bus stationbus FlixBus KK3515C / ...
2. Take the bus from Lüleburgaz to Edirnebus
4h 20m
₺1,084–2,530
Bus, night train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Langa Davutpaşa to Halkalı Marmaraybus Bn1
2. Take the night train from Halkali to Edirnenighttrain Bosphor Express
6h 16m
₺210–330
Train
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Edirnetrain 12503
7h 8m
₺383–547
Night train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Edirnenighttrain Bosphor Express
5h 54m
₺233–357
Drive 235.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Edirnecar 235.2 km
2h 10m
₺1,286–1,857

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Distance: 236.2 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Edirne, Turkey?

You can take a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Edirne via Lüleburgaz and Edirne in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Edirne once daily. Tickets cost ₺320–460 and the journey takes 5h 36m.

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